Can I Check My Students Grades?
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, also known as the Buckley Amendment, is a federal law that protects the privacy and confidentiality of student records at a state-supported institution of higher education.
When a child turns 18, or starts attending college or any postsecondary institution, parents lose their FERPA rights. This means parents have no inherent rights to examine a student's education records. This may be difficult to understand since some students may still be the financial (and perhaps legal) responsibility of their parents. Nevertheless the law is clear to this point. While we make every effort to provide you with general information, FERPA limits the information that can be shared with you without your student's expressed written consent.In accordance with the UNL Student Records Policy, University Housing and Residence Life staff members will be able to discuss policies and regulations in general terms, but will be unable to provide specific information about your student, unless your student signs a written release of information form. Urging your student to work with staff members when concerns arise and to maintain open communication with you will ensure a positive and enriching living experience.
The UNL Student Records Policy can be found here.
Resources
- The Most Important Conversation You Can Have With Your Student
- Mom! What do I do?
- Cancellation and No-Show Policies
- Temporary Rooms
- Handling alcohol and drug violations
- College Drinking Prevention
- Illegal Downloading? Not On Our Network
- Returning Student Discount
- Fire Safety
- Parents F.A.Q.
- Roommate Realities
- Can I Check My Students Grades?
- On-Campus Residency Requirement
- Questions About Computers?
- What Should Parents Expect From Their Student The First Few Weeks Of Semester?
- Rights and Responsibilities As A Resident (pdf)
