Terms of Use:

Effective Date: [01/01/2014]
Welcome to the official website of Delaware City University (“University”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). By accessing or using this website and related services (the “Site”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Site.
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1. About Delaware City University:
Delaware City University is a private, independent provider of professional higher education, registered in the State of Delaware, USA. The university specializes in distance learning programs focused on practical, career-oriented skills.

Delaware City University is not accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or any state or regional accreditation agency. All programs offered are intended solely for personal and professional development purposes, and are not equivalent to accredited academic degrees.

The degrees and certifications awarded are professional in nature and may not qualify for government financial aid, licensure, or academic credit transfer to regionally accredited institutions. They are not intended for use in contexts that legally require accredited academic credentials.

Prospective students are advised to carefully evaluate the relevance of our programs in relation to their personal goals, employer requirements, or local regulations before enrollment.
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2. Acceptance of Terms:
By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site.
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3. Use of the Website:
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not use the Site:
• To violate any local, national, or international law or regulation
• To engage in any fraudulent or harmful activity
• To interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Site
• To attempt unauthorized access to any part of the Site or its related systems
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4. Intellectual Property Rights:
All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, videos, digital downloads, and software, is the property of Delaware City University or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or publicly display any content from the Site without our prior written consent.
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5. User Accounts:
If the Site requires you to create an account, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. Please notify us immediately of any unauthorized use or security breach.
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6. Online Programs and Courses:
Enrollment in any program or course is voluntary and subject to the specific terms outlined by the University. All courses are delivered online and are intended for skill enhancement, not for licensure or government-recognized academic credit.
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any course or service at any time without notice.
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7. Disclaimers:
The Site and all content are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Site will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
The University makes no warranties regarding the recognition or utility of any credential outside its intended scope of personal or professional development.
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8. Limitation of Liability:
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Delaware City University and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of or inability to use the Site.
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9. Third-Party Links:
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content or privacy practices of any third-party websites.
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10. Modifications to Terms:
We may revise these Terms of Use from time to time. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
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11. Governing Law:
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [Insert State], United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
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12. Contact Us:
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, please contact us at: Delaware City University
Email: [learn@dcu-edu.us]