EKS Privacy Policy

How we may use your personal information

At EKS, we are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy outlines how and why we collect, use, and retain your data. It applies if you use any of our services such as applying to universities, attending events, or browsing our website. If under 13, please do not submit personal information or applications without adult consent.

Application Information

By submitting an application, you confirm that your information is accurate and consent to its use in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998. We share your data with institutions involved in your application and relevant education bodies like JAMB and NUC.

Sharing Information with Educational Institutions

  • Information is shared with universities, polytechnics, and colleges to process your application.
  • We may also share your results and correspond with awarding bodies.
  • Professional or regulatory bodies may be informed if relevant to your application.
  • Your school or EKS-registered centre may view your application progress if consent is given.
  • Performance data of schools/colleges may be shared with applied institutions.

Reporting to Higher Education Authorities

We may share personal data with government or regulatory organizations for monitoring and policy evaluation. This will occur only under contractual agreements and where statistical data is insufficient.

Statistical Analysis

Your application data may be retained and used in statistical research on admissions. These reports will not identify individuals.

Confirmation of Applicant Status

With your consent, EKS may confirm your student status to banks or companies for services like student bank accounts or graduate benefits.

Other Uses of Personal Information

  • Crime Prevention: We may share your information with law enforcement or fraud prevention agencies.
  • Surveys: We may contact you for feedback, but you will remain anonymous.
  • Commercial Mailings: With your consent, we may notify you of third-party offers. Your data is not shared with them.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information where legally required.

Retention of Personal Information

EKS keeps your application on file for processing, fraud prevention, and analytical purposes. Retention terms are in line with our full privacy policy.

Sensitive Personal Information

We may collect sensitive data to assist in equality monitoring and to ensure support needs are met. This includes:
  • Ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religious belief (optional and confidential).
  • Details about disabilities or care background for support services.