In order to promote a climate of cooperative learning and to secure the safety and well-being of the Metropolitan Learning Institute community, students are expected to behave in a businesslike, mature manner.

Business attire is strongly preferred, although not specifically required, by MLI.

MLI appreciates the financial burden this may pose to some students, but this must be viewed in the light of "dressing for success" towards the end of the courses and certainly during the interviewing process. Hats and headphones may not be worn (Although "ethnic" headdress and religious head coverings, such as a hijab(veil) or yarmulke (skullcap), are permitted), and the use of portable or personal stereo units while in school is strictly forbidden.

Any student who does not abide by the school's dress policy will be suspended from school, noted as absent for time missed, and subject to any adverse consequences for such absences.

Any form of sexual harassment is a violation of federal law and is also considered to be a violation of Metropolitan Learning Institute policy. Sexual harassment is defined as unsolicited, non-reciprocated behavior, including, but not limited to: 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 overt threats regarding job or student status: and physical assault.

Any individual who considers her or himself a victim of sexual harassment should contact two parties - the School Director and the MLI President. They will mount a confidential investigation and take all appropriate measures necessary. Possible disciplinary measures include suspension or dismissal from school, depending on the nature and substantiated evidence of the complaint.

Student records contain information which is personal and confidential and will not be released to, nor discussed with, any individual or organization (except to agencies exempted under the law) without written consent of the student.

In class or in the school environment Violation of acceptable conduct or behavior can result in suspension for a period to be determined by the School Director. Students will be suspended after one verbal warning for the following:

• Failure to abide by the school's standards of academic integrity during tests, quizzes, or examinations (plagiarism) such as using crib notes or other materials, talking to or copying from other students, and/or copying other student's projects or assignments.
• Smoking out of authorized areas.
• Eating or drinking in the computer lab.
• Dressing inappropriately.
• Using lab facilities in lieu of attending scheduled classes.
• Continuing to use a computer terminal required for another classes' activity.
• Use of cell phones during classtime.

Students may be suspended immediately and without notice for the following:

• Damage to or vandalism of school property or other members' personal property
• Disruptive actions in the classroom including but not limited to: frequent lateness; repeatedly asking questions which are irrelevant, tangential or inappropriate to the subject being discussed; being unnecessarily argumentative or contradictory; talking on cell phones after warning; frequently interrupting the class when the instructor or another student is talking; frequently interrupting the instructor or other students; reading non-subject related material (newspaper, novels); or provocation of other students in the class.
• Abnormal behavior in the MLI school building
• Unauthorized use of the login passwords and /or ID of another student or staff member.

Any student who wishes to appeal the grounds for suspension should, in writing, notify the appropriate School Director immediately and request a formal review of the case. A decision reached by the Director shall be considered as final and binding.

The following violations of conduct are cause for immediate termination from MLI:

• Being involved in sexual harassment or sexual assault.
• Being under the influence of alcohol while on the school premises.
• Using physical or verbal abuse, obscenities, or violence in any form.
• Using, selling, possessing or distributing drugs or other controlled substances.
• Unauthorized use, destruction, or removal of MLI property and/or the property of others.
• Activating or pulling a Fire Alarm device or sensor in a non-emergency situation

In accordance with federal law, Metropolitan Learning Institute reports and maintains a file on information regarding crime awareness and school security.

Students have the right to inspect their educational records upon adequate notice under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. The Act also guarantees that student educational records remain private and states the conditions and circumstances whereby a student's educational records may be shown to other parties.

Metropolitan Learning Institute has its own process by which a student who feels dissatisfied with the resolution of a problem may submit a grievance, in writing, to the school's President for review. After being submitted, the grievance will be discussed with the appropriate School Director and/or faculty member and a decision delivered to the student by letter within five school days.

A student can also contact the school's state licensing body by mail or phone:

New York State Education Department
Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision
116 West 32nd Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10001
(212) 643-4760

as well as

The Council of Occupational Education
41 Perimeter Center East, NE, Suite 640
Atlanta, GA 30346
(770) 396-3898

For safety reasons, students are expected to be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures. Floor plans with the location of fire exits and fire extinguishers are given on bulletin boards in each of the two campuses. Fire drill schedules and procedures are also posted at each campus.

If a student or staffer is ill or injured, this must be reported immediately to the MLI Administration and the appropriate School Director. The school reserves the right to contact a relative or friend of the student and request emergency medical assistance in the event of a student's illness or injury. There is a first aid kit in the reception area of each campus location for minor emergencies.