Does ferpa apply to private schools?

Private and parochial schools at the elementary and secondary levels generally do not receive such funding and are, therefore, not subject to FERPA. FERPA gives custodial and noncustodial parents alike certain rights with respect to their children's education records, unless a school is provided with evidence that there is a court order or State law that specifically provides to the contrary. read more

Parochial and private schools at the elementary and secondary levels generally do not receive such funding and are, therefore, not subject to FERPA. Private postsecondary schools, however, generally do receive such funding and are subject to FERPA. read more

If a private, independent, or religious school, which is not covered by FERPA, falls under the category of a covered entity, then HIPAA applies to the school. For example, if a private school (not subject to FERPA) employees a doctor who does bill for services electronically, then the school must comply with HIPAA. read more