Effective Date: June 15, 2026
By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive text messages from MiraCosta College, you agree to these SMS Terms and Conditions.
Program Description
MiraCosta College uses SMS messaging through TargetX to communicate with prospective students, applicants, current students, and other individuals regarding college-related information. Messages may include:
- Application status updates
- Admissions and enrollment reminders
- Registration deadlines
- Financial aid notifications
- Event invitations and reminders
- Orientation information
- Student support resources
- Other college-related communications
Message Frequency
Message frequency varies based on your interactions with MiraCosta College and the services for which you have opted to receive text messages.
Message and Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply according to your mobile carrier's plan. MiraCosta College is not responsible for any charges incurred from receiving SMS messages.
Opt-In Consent
By providing your mobile phone number and agreeing to receive SMS communications, you expressly consent to receive automated and non-automated text messages from MiraCosta College at the phone number provided.
Your consent is not a condition of admission, enrollment, employment, or receipt of services from MiraCosta College.
Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any text message. After opting out, you will receive a confirmation message and will no longer receive SMS messages from that program unless you re-enroll.
Help Instructions
For assistance, please contact:
Information Technology Services
MiraCosta College
760.795.6850
itshelpdesk@miracosta.edu
Privacy
Information collected through SMS communications is subject to the MiraCosta College Website Privacy Statement and applicable federal and state laws, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), where applicable.
MiraCosta College does not sell, rent, or share mobile phone numbers, SMS consent information, or personal information collected through SMS communications with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing with subcontractors, service providers, or vendors is permitted only to the extent necessary to support the delivery of SMS communications and related services on behalf of MiraCosta College.
Third-Party Service Providers
MiraCosta College may utilize third-party service providers, including TargetX and associated messaging providers, to facilitate SMS communications. These providers may process information solely for the purpose of delivering authorized communications on behalf of the College and are not permitted to use such information for their own marketing purposes.
Disclaimer
Delivery of SMS messages is subject to effective transmission by your mobile carrier. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
Changes to These Terms
MiraCosta College reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Updated versions will be posted on the College website with a revised effective date.
Contact Information
MiraCosta College
One Barnard Drive
Oceanside, CA 92056
760.795.6850
itshelpdesk@miracosta.edu
