Why compliance matters for educational institutions
Educational institutions operate in highly regulated environments where protecting student privacy, ensuring accessibility, and maintaining transparency are fundamental responsibilities. Academic websites serve multiple constituencies with varying needs, from prospective students researching programs to current students accessing resources, faculty sharing research, and parents staying informed.
Modern compliance requirements affect how educational institutions collect student data, communicate with families, provide accessible learning resources, and demonstrate institutional accountability. These requirements span privacy protection, accessibility standards for inclusive education, and transparency obligations that reinforce public trust in academic institutions.