Last Updated: November 15, 2025
The Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine (“ESATM,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you visit esatm.edu (the “Site”).
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
We may collect personal information when you fill out a form, request information, submit an application, or contact us. This may include:
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Your name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address
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Date of birth (for admissions forms)
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Academic or professional background
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Any other information you choose to share with us
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:
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Your IP address
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Browser type and version
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Device type
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Pages you visit and the time spent
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Referring websites
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Cookie and tracking data
Payment Information
If you make a payment through the Site, your transaction is securely processed by a third-party payment service. ESATM does not store full credit card numbers.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
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Respond to inquiries or requests
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Process admissions or enrollment forms
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Send newsletters and school updates
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Improve our website and user experience
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Support academic, administrative, and student-service functions
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Meet legal, accreditation, or regulatory requirements
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Ensure the security and functionality of our website
We only use your information for purposes related to the functions and services of the School.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information in limited circumstances:
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted vendors who help us with:
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Website hosting
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Analytics
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Email communications
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Payment processing
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Student information systems
These partners are required to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to ESATM.
Legal Requirements
We may share information if required to:
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Comply with laws or court orders
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Respond to government or regulatory requests
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Protect the rights, safety, or property of ESATM or others
Educational or Accreditation Requirements
Some information may be shared with accrediting bodies or government agencies as part of our institutional obligations.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The Site uses cookies and similar tools to:
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Improve website performance
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Personalize your experience
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Measure how visitors use the Site
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Support marketing and outreach
You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Some parts of the Site may not function correctly without them.
5. Data Security
We take steps to protect the information we collect, including administrative, technical, and physical safeguards.
However, no online system is completely secure. While we work to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Third-Party Websites
Our Site may include links to websites not operated by ESATM. We are not responsible for the content, accessibility, or privacy practices of these sites.
For your safety, please review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.
If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us so we can remove it.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your state or location, you may have rights such as:
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Accessing the personal information we hold
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Requesting corrections
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Requesting deletion, where permitted by law
To request any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
9. Updating or Removing Your Information
To update your personal information or request its removal, please contact:
Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine
Email: info@esatm.edu
Phone: (973) 577-5292
Address: 440 Franklin Street, Suite 500 Bloomfield, NJ 07003
ESATM will respond to reasonable requests in a timely manner.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
When we make changes, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
Your continued use of the Site means you accept the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: info@esatm.edu
Phone: (973) 577-5292
Address: 440 Franklin Street, Suite 500 Bloomfield, NJ 07003
We are here to help and are committed to maintaining an accessible and user-friendly experience for all visitors.
