Terms of Service
Last updated: November 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Dr. Chen's Academy services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.
2. Services
Dr. Chen's Academy provides online chemistry olympiad preparation courses, including:
- Live interactive Zoom sessions
- Recorded lectures and materials
- Homework assignments and assessments
- Progress tracking and feedback
3. Enrollment and Payment
- All payments are processed securely through Stripe
- Enrollment is confirmed upon successful payment
- Prices are subject to change without notice for future enrollments
4. Refund Policy
Live Classes
- Before 2nd session: Full refund minus $15 processing fee
- After 2nd session: 70% refund OR credit toward a future module
- After 3rd session: 50% refund OR credit toward a future module
- After 4th session: No cash refund, but you may transfer to recording-only access
Recording-Only Purchases
- Before materials sent: Full refund minus $15 processing fee
- After materials sent by email: No refund
Note: Credits toward future modules do not expire within the academic year. To request a refund, please contact chen@dcho.us.
5. Recording Access
- All live session recordings are provided for enrolled students only
- Recording access is valid for 1 year from the date of purchase
- Recordings may not be shared, downloaded, or redistributed
6. Student Conduct
Students are expected to:
- Attend live sessions on time and participate respectfully
- Complete assignments honestly and without plagiarism
- Not share course materials or recordings with non-enrolled individuals
7. Intellectual Property
All course materials, including lectures, notes, problem sets, and recordings, are the intellectual property of Dr. Chen's Academy and may not be reproduced without permission.
8. Limitation of Liability
Dr. Chen's Academy provides educational services and does not guarantee specific competition results. We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
9. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
10. Contact
For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: chen@dcho.us
WeChat: chenq236