Agreement to Binding, Individual Arbitration and Waiver of Jury Trial

The student understands that both the University and he/she irrevocably waive rights to a trial by jury and elect instead to submit all claims involving or between the parties and any past or present affiliates or employees to the binding, confidential decision of a single arbitrator instead of a court because it is fair, economical, and speedy. The arbitration shall be binding and conducted pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Supplementary Procedures for Consumer-Related Disputes. The University and student also agree that if any provision of this agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, then such specific part or parts shall be of no force and effect and shall be severed, but the remainder of the agreement shall continue in full force. The signed arbitration agreement will survive the termination of the student’s relationship with the University.