What information does not require consent for disclosure?

The correct answer is that directory information does not require consent for disclosure unless the student has opted out. Under FERPA, directory information refers to specific information about a student that may be publicly disclosed without consent. This can include items such as the student's name, address, email address, telephone number, date of birth, place of birth, major field of study, and participation in officially recognized activities and sports.

Students have the right to opt out of having their directory information disclosed, but if they have not opted out, the institution can freely share this information without needing to obtain explicit consent from the student. This approach balances the need for schools to provide certain basic information while protecting more sensitive student records, such as health records, disciplinary records, and academic grades, which all require consent for disclosure under FERPA guidelines.