Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 19, 2025

At Catholic University of Ghana, in partnership with Priority Solutions Agency, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Priority Admissions Portal (https://cug.prioritysolutionsagency.com).

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to process your application and provide admission services.

  • Personal Identification: Full name, date of birth, contact details
  • Academic Records: Transcripts, certificates, test scores
  • Application Documents: Essays, recommendations, supporting files

2. How We Use Your Information

Application Processing

Evaluation by admissions committee and relevant departments

Communication

Application updates, important deadlines, and university information

3. Data Protection

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

  • 256-bit SSL encryption for all data transmissions
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability testing
  • Strict access controls with multi-factor authentication

4. Your Rights

Under Ghana's Data Protection Act (2012), you have the right to:

Access
Correction
Deletion
Objection

To exercise these rights, please contact:

5. Data Retention

Category Retention Period
Successful Applicants Duration of study + 7 years
Unsuccessful Applicants 2 academic years
Financial Records 7 years

6. Third-Party Processors

We work with trusted service providers who adhere to strict confidentiality agreements:

  • Payment processors (for application fees)
  • Cloud storage providers
  • Academic verification services

We never sell or rent your personal information to third-party marketers.

7. Policy Updates

We will notify users of significant changes through:

  • Notifications on the admissions portal
  • Email communication to active applicants
  • Updated version date on this page

Contact Information

Catholic University of Ghana

Sunyani, Ghana

Phone: +233 (0) 24 822 9540