What are the consequences for institutions that fail to comply with the Clery Act?

The correct response highlights the significant repercussions institutions face for non-compliance with the Clery Act, which is established to ensure transparency and accountability around campus safety and crime reporting.

When educational institutions fail to adhere to the Clery Act requirements, they can be subjected to financial penalties, including fines. Additionally, they risk losing eligibility for federal financial aid programs, which is a critical source of funding for many students and institutions. This consequence can severely impact an institution’s financial health and the accessibility of education for students who rely on federal aid.

The other options listed, while they relate to various aspects of institutional operation and governance, do not accurately represent the direct consequences stemming from Clery Act non-compliance. Increased government funding is not a consequence of failing to comply, and mandatory training for staff, while valuable, is not enforced as a consequence for Clery violations. Similarly, closure of an institution is an extreme step that is generally not a direct outcome of such non-compliance. Rather, it is the fines and loss of federal aid eligibility that carry the most immediate and significant consequences for institutions.