Terms & Conditions

AstroCollege & International Academy of Astrology

Website Terms & Conditions, Tuition & Refund Policy

Last updated: 1 February 2026

1. Overview
AstroCollege and the International Academy of Astrology (“AstroCollege,” “IAA,” “the Academy,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) provide online astrology education through a range of learning formats, including professional certification programs, individual courses, live classes, recorded materials, and community participation.
By registering for, purchasing, or accessing any AstroCollege or IAA program, course, subscription, or community platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.

2. Education Models Offered
AstroCollege and IAA offer two distinct education models:
A. Subscription-Based Programs
- Monthly subscriptions
- Annual subscriptions (paid in advance)
- Access-based learning (live + recorded content)
B. Traditional Tuition-Based Courses
- Pay-per-course
- Pay-per-semester
- Fixed start and end dates
- Instructor-led classes
Refund eligibility, fees, and policies differ by model, as outlined below.

3. Tuition, Fees & Payment Structure (Tuition-Based Courses)
When you register for a tuition-based course, your total payment may include the following components:
3.1 Tuition Fee
- The primary portion of your payment
- Calculated based on the number of weeks in the course
- The majority of this fee is paid directly to the instructor
3.2 Administrative Fee
- An administrative fee of 18% of the tuition fee
- Covers operational costs, including:
  - Website maintenance
  - Course management
  - Registration processing
  - Platform administration
- Non-refundable in all circumstances
3.3 Course E-book Fee (Where Applicable)
- Certain courses require a mandatory e-book
- The e-book fee is added at registration
- Course descriptions indicate when an e-book is required
- Non-refundable
3.4 Total Course Cost
The tuition fee + administrative fee + e-book fee (if applicable) together form the total amount charged at registration.

4. Tuition Refund Policy (Tuition-Based Courses Only)
Refunds apply only to the tuition portion of tuition-based courses and follow the schedule below:
Refund Schedule
- From registration until two (2) weeks before the first scheduled class
  → 100% refund of the tuition portion only
- From two (2) weeks before class until 24 hours after the first class
  → 60% refund of the tuition portion only
- More than 24 hours after the first class
  → No refund, except in extraordinary circumstances*
Non-Refundable Fees
- Administrative fee (18%)
- Course e-book fee
- Any other non-tuition charges
Extraordinary Circumstances
Extraordinary circumstances are serious, unforeseen personal situations beyond your control that prevent course participation.
- Requests are reviewed case by case
- Decisions are made by the IAA President
- The decision is final
- Requests must be emailed to [email protected]

5. Subscription-Based Programs (Monthly & Annual)
5.1 Monthly Subscriptions
- Billed in advance on a recurring basis
- Access continues until the end of the paid billing period
- No refunds for partial months
- Cancellation stops future billing only
5.2 Annual Subscriptions
- Paid in advance at a discounted rate
- Non-refundable once access is granted
- No prorated refunds for early cancellation

6. Upgrades, Downgrades & Program Changes
- Changing programs does not generate refunds or credits for unused time
- Any prepaid portion of a billing period is forfeited
- Start dates or access timing may be adjusted only at the Academy’s discretion
- Concessions may be requested via email but are not guaranteed

7. Audiovisual Recordings
- All courses are recorded
- Some recordings may be made public or reused for educational purposes
- By enrolling, you agree to the Academy’s Audiovisual Release
- Recordings remain the intellectual property of AstroCollege and IAA

8. AstroCollege Community – Terms & Conditions
Participation in the AstroCollege Community requires adherence to the following standards:
8.1 Respect & Courtesy
Members must treat one another with respect. Harassment, personal attacks, or abusive behavior are not tolerated.
8.2 No Offensive or Harmful Behavior
Offensive language, threats, vulgarity, or harmful conduct is prohibited.
8.3 Positive & Constructive Speech
Discussions should promote learning, growth, and respectful exchange of ideas.
8.4 Political & Sensitive Topics
- Astrological discussion of world events is permitted
- Abuse, hostility, or aggressive behavior is not
- Members offended by respectful, educational discussion are encouraged to disengage rather than disrupt
8.5 No Discrimination
Zero tolerance for racist, sexist, or hateful content, except where discussed respectfully for educational or historical analysis.
8.6 Privacy & Confidentiality
Do not share private information without consent.
8.7 Content Sharing
Only original or properly attributed content may be shared.
8.8 Enforcement
Violations may result in warnings, suspension, or permanent removal without refund.

9. Disputes & Support
- Product issues: [email protected].
- Student disputes: Contact the instructor first, then the Education Director
- Unresolved matters may be escalated to the CEO
- Third-party purchases (e.g., Amazon) must be resolved with the vendor
- If you have a problem with a book or recording that is sold directly by IAA, please contact [email protected].
  
  If you have a problem with a classmate, please inform the instructor so he/she can determine appropriate action to remedy the situation. If things cannot be worked out by the instructor, you may contact the Education Director.
  
  If your order was with Amazon through our shopping area, please contact that distributor directly.
  
  If you experience a problem between yourself and an instructor that is not being resolved, you can contact the Education Director or, if your problem is still unresolved you may contact the CEO. We always want you to feel supported and we will do our best to resolve the situation amiably.

10. Courses for Children
Children’s courses are subject to additional requirements:
Attendance
Attendance is essential due to the short and interactive nature of courses.
Behavior
Students must follow online etiquette. Parents are encouraged to attend early sessions to support compliance.
Participation
Participation is expected within each child’s ability.
All general Terms & Conditions apply unless otherwise stated.

11. Amendments
These Terms & Conditions may be updated at any time. Continued use of the website or programs constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

12. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the applicable laws of the jurisdiction in which AstroCollege and IAA operate.

These fees, added together, make up the total cost that you are charged at registration. In limited circumstances, refunds of payments are available. When they are issued, refunds are of the tuition portion only of the total payment. Payments of the administrative fee and the course ebook fee are always non-refundable.