Transcript and Certificate Release Policy

Policy Date Adopted: July 2024

A. Purpose

This policy is in response to Colorado HB22-1049,

B. Scope

This policy applies to all current and former students, as defined in C.R.S, 23-1 -1 1 3.5., who

have an outstanding debt for tuition owed to the school and request a transcript, diploma, or

certificate, This policy also describes when a student may be subject to a registration hold

C. Policy

1 . Individuals may be subject to a transcript or certificate hold when such individual owes a

certain debt to the school for tuition. Individuals will be subject to such a hold when tuition has

not been paid in full at the time of the semester end. Any outstanding debt may be turned over to a

third-party collection agency. If an individual is subject to such a hold, their transcript or

certificate will not be released unless an exemption applies as outlined in section 2 of this

policy.

2. Exemptions are granted for individuals who can demonstrate that the transcript/ certificate

request is required for one of the following reasons

a. Job application

b. Transferring to another postsecondary institution

c. Applying for state, federal, or institutional financial aid

d. Pursuit of opportunities in the military or national guard

e. Pursuit of other postsecondary opportunities

3. Process and procedures for Exemptions: Upon submission of a transcript/certificate request and

documentation to verify an exemption, the School wilt review the request and make a determination

whether an exemption exists, as outlined in section 2 above. If it is determined that the

individual has a valid exemption, the School will release the transcript/certificate. If the School

determines that the individual does not meet the exemption criteria, the School will provide a

written explanation of the denial of the request within seven business days.

4. Registration Holds: Individuals will no longer be able to register or enroll for courses/classes

if past due tuition fees are not paid.

5. Individuals have the option to

establish a payment plan for an outstanding debt. Any individual

who wishes to establish a payment plan for an outstanding debt owed to the School contact Joe at

djrector.rmeti@gmail.com or call 720-809-6933

6. Complaints pertaining to HB22-1049 may be submitted to the Colorado Student Loan Ombudsperson

via email to CSLSA@coag.gov

NOTICE

CONCERNING HOLDERS OF THIS CONTRACT: ANY HOLDER OF THIS CONSUMER CREDIT CONTRACT IS SUBJECT TO ALL

CLAIMS AND DEFENSES THAT THE DEBTOR COULD ASSERT AGAINST THE SELLER OF GOODS OR SERVICES OBTAINED

PURSUANT HERETO OR WITH THE PROCEEDS HEREOF. RECOVERY HEREUNDER BY THE DEBTOR SHALL NOT EXCEED

AMOUNTS PAID BY THE DEBTOR HEREUNDER.