Welcome to Virtual Scholarship Center ("VSC," "Platform," "we," "us," or "our"), operated by The Scholarship Academy. These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and The Scholarship Academy governing your access to and use of the Platform located at VirtualScholarshipCenter.com.
By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Platform.
IMPORTANT: These Terms contain provisions that limit our liability and require arbitration of disputes. Please read these Terms carefully.
The Platform is designed for:
Students may register independently or be registered by their educational institution. By using the Platform, you represent that you have the authority to enter into these Terms.
To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or contain false or misleading information.
When students are registered by schools, districts, networks, or organizations, those institutions represent that they have the authority to register students and provide consent for educational services on behalf of their students.
VSC provides a comprehensive platform for scholarship and college planning, including but not limited to:
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Platform at any time without prior notice.
VSC may use artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and automated processing technologies now or in the future to enhance user experience, including but not limited to:
You acknowledge and agree that:
Critical decisions, personalized feedback, and sensitive student support services involve human review and oversight. AI serves as a supplementary tool to enhance, not replace, human judgment and educational expertise.
You agree not to:
Students are responsible for:
Administrators, counselors, and case managers agree to:
You retain ownership of all content you submit to the Platform, including essays, resumes, personal statements, and other materials ("User Content"). By submitting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, and display your content solely for the purpose of providing and improving Platform services.
All User Content must:
We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.
The Platform, including its design, features, text, graphics, logos, and software, is owned by The Scholarship Academy and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.
Scholarship information, requirements, and application materials are provided by scholarship providers and are subject to their respective terms and conditions. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of scholarship information.
IMPORTANT: VSC is a scholarship search and management platform. We do not guarantee that any user will receive scholarship awards. Scholarship selection is determined solely by scholarship providers based on their criteria.
Many scholarships hosted on or linked from the Platform are administered by third-party scholarship providers. Your applications and information shared with these providers are subject to their terms, conditions, and privacy policies. We are not responsible for:
You are solely responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all scholarship applications. False or misleading information may result in disqualification from scholarships and termination of your VSC account.
VSC may offer rewards or incentives for Platform engagement. Eligibility and distribution of VSC rewards are determined by network administrators based on network-specific criteria and are subject to availability and budget constraints.
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources, including:
We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for third-party content or services. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party services you access.
VSC provides educational resources, tools, and support services to assist with scholarship and college planning. However:
You acknowledge that ultimate decisions regarding college selection, scholarship applications, and financial planning are your responsibility.
Your use of the Platform is subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Platform, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.
We implement reasonable security measures to protect user data, but we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR COURSE OF PERFORMANCE.
We do not warrant that:
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE SCHOLARSHIP ACADEMY, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND LICENSORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:
IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100), WHICHEVER IS GREATER.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liabilities. In such jurisdictions, the above limitations and exclusions will apply to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, and our liability will be minimized to the greatest degree legally allowable.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Scholarship Academy, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and service providers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:
We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, and you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claims.
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, you will no longer have access to your account or User Content stored on the Platform.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to the Platform at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including:
Upon termination:
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us and attempt to resolve the dispute informally by sending a written notice describing the nature and basis of the claim and the requested relief. We will have 60 days to resolve the dispute informally.
If we cannot resolve the dispute informally, you agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Platform shall be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Consumer Arbitration Rules.
The arbitration shall be conducted in Georgia, United States, or at another mutually agreed location. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding, and judgment may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.
YOU AGREE THAT DISPUTES WILL BE RESOLVED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT AS A CLASS ACTION, CONSOLIDATED ACTION, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. YOU WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT OR CLASS-WIDE ARBITRATION.
Either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to prevent actual or threatened infringement, misappropriation, or violation of intellectual property rights.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, YOU WAIVE YOUR RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL FOR ANY DISPUTES ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:
Your continued use of the Platform after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using the Platform.
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and The Scholarship Academy regarding your use of the Platform.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your account without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, acts of war, terrorism, labor disputes, or system failures.
Nothing in these Terms creates a partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship between you and The Scholarship Academy.
We may provide notices to you via email, postal mail, or postings on the Platform. Notices to us should be sent to the contact information provided in Section 17.
If you have questions, concerns, or disputes regarding these Terms, please contact us:
The Scholarship Academy
Virtual Scholarship Center
500 Bishop St NW, B-2 Atlanta, GA 30318
Email: admin@virtualscholarshipcenter.com
Website: VirtualScholarshipCenter.com
For legal inquiries or formal notices, please include "Legal Notice" in your email subject line.
Acknowledgment and Agreement:
By clicking "I Agree," creating an account, or accessing the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. You represent that you have the authority to enter into this agreement and that you will comply with all applicable laws and these Terms while using the Platform.
Effective Date: January 1, 2020
Last Updated: October 30, 2025
Welcome to Virtual Scholarship Center ("VSC," "Platform," "we," "us," or "our"). VSC is operated by The Scholarship Academy, located in Georgia, United States. We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform located at VirtualScholarshipCenter.com (the "Platform").
By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Platform.
We collect information that you provide directly to us, information we obtain automatically when you use our Platform, and information from third-party sources.
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
When students apply for scholarships through the Platform, we share relevant student information with scholarship providers to facilitate the application process. Scholarship providers may search for and invite students to apply for their scholarships.
We may share information with schools, corporations, and partner organizations that have formal partnerships with VSC and are mapped to specific networks or organizations.
We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, payment processing, and customer service.
We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or government agencies).
If VSC is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
We may share information with third parties when you provide explicit consent for such sharing.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When determining retention periods, we consider:
Student records and scholarship information are typically retained to maintain historical records of academic and scholarship achievements.
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the following rights regarding your information:
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 14 below.
As a Georgia-based organization, we comply with applicable Georgia state laws regarding data privacy and protection. Georgia residents have rights under state and federal law regarding their personal information.
VSC provides educational services to students, including minors under the age of 18. We recognize the importance of protecting children's privacy.
Students access the Platform through multiple registration pathways:
When students are registered by educational institutions, we operate under the school's authority to provide educational services. We encourage but do not require parental involvement, recognizing that parent engagement enhances student success in the college and scholarship application process.
We comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) to the extent applicable, ensuring that educational records are protected and accessible to authorized parties only.
Parents have the right to:
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the Platform. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Platform.
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites, including scholarship provider websites and college websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Some scholarships hosted on the VSC platform may redirect to third-party scholarship provider websites for application submission. Information shared with these third parties is subject to their privacy policies.
VSC is based in the United States and primarily serves users in the United States. If you access the Platform from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:
Your continued use of the Platform after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
For users subject to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your information based on the following legal grounds:
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
The Scholarship Academy
Virtual Scholarship Center
500 Bishop St NW, B-2 Atlanta, GA 30318
Email: admin@virtualscholarshipcenter.com
Website: VirtualScholarshipCenter.com
For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your privacy rights, please include "Privacy Request" in your email subject line and provide sufficient detail so we can address your request.
Depending on your state of residence, you may have additional privacy rights:
California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
We comply with applicable state privacy laws and regulations. If you have questions about state-specific privacy rights, please contact us using the information in Section 14.
Acknowledgment: By using the Virtual Scholarship Center platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.
Effective Date: January 1, 2020
Last Updated: October 30, 2025