Grace Institute of Business Technology is committed to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants, students, and employees, and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of age, race, ethnic origin, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, handicap, marital, parental or veteran status.

The Institute has an internal grievance procedure whereby any student or employee who feels an issue or problem has not been appropriately addressed or resolved, may submit his/her grievance or complaint in writing to the School Director. The grievance or complaint will be presented at an Administrative Committee meeting and a determination will be provided to the student or employees within five business days.

Any student or employee who believes that his or her grievance or complaint has not been fairly addressed by the Institute may write to the New York State Department of Education, 116 West 32nd Street, New York, NY 10001, telephone (212) 643-4760 and/or write to the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, 750 First Street, NE, Suite 980, Washington, DC 20002, telephone (202) 336-6780.

  Sexual Harassment

Any form of sexual harassment by any employee or student is considered to be a violation of the Grace Institute of Business Technology policy and a violation of federal law.  Sexual harassment is described as unsolicited, nonreciprocal behavior such as unsolicited verbal comments and harassment; sexist remarks about a person’s body or sexual activities, patting, pinching, or unnecessary touching, subtle pressure or demands for sexual favors accompanied by implied or over threats concerning employment or student status; and physical assault.

Individuals who consider that they are victims of sexual harassment must immediately contact the administration.  If charges are proven, actions include suspension and dismissal from the institute depending on the nature and depth of the grievance.

  Drug and Alcohol Policy

In compliance with the 1989 Drug Free Schools and Community Amendment Act relating to United States Public Law 101-226 and in support of the health and safety of its students and employees, the Institute is determined to maintain a school environment that is free from possession and use of distribution of illegal drugs and alcohol abuse.  The Institute’s drug and alcohol prevention program information is distributed at the time of enrollment and is updated from time to time and made available to students and employees.

The Institute distributes materials regarding crime awareness and school security each year in accordance with federal law.

The Institute does not offer housing facilities to any student.

Students interested in information on housing may contact the school’s counselor for referral to appropriate sources.

The Institute accepts no responsibility for lost or stolen personal property of any student or employee