Audit 299518

FY End
2023-06-30
Total Expended
$18.32M
Findings
60
Programs
17
Year: 2023 Accepted: 2024-03-28

Organization Exclusion Status:

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Findings

ID Ref Severity Repeat Requirement
387303 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
387304 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
387305 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
387306 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
387307 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
387308 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
387309 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
387310 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
387311 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
387312 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
387313 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
387314 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
387315 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
387316 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
387317 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
387318 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
387319 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
387320 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
387321 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
387322 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
387323 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
387324 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
387325 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
387326 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
387327 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
387328 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
387329 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
387330 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
387331 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
387332 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
963745 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
963746 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
963747 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
963748 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
963749 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
963750 2023-001 Significant Deficiency - N
963751 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
963752 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
963753 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
963754 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
963755 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
963756 2023-002 Significant Deficiency - N
963757 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
963758 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
963759 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
963760 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
963761 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
963762 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
963763 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
963764 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
963765 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
963766 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
963767 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
963768 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
963769 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
963770 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
963771 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
963772 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
963773 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
963774 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N

Programs

ALN Program Spent Major Findings
84.063 Federal Pell Grant Program $8.32M Yes 5
84.048 Career and Technical Education -- Basic Grants to States $967,463 - 0
93.575 Child Care and Development Block Grant $449,564 - 0
84.425 Education Stabilization Fund $424,621 Yes 0
84.007 Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants $374,861 Yes 5
94.016 Senior Companion Program $328,008 - 0
94.011 Foster Grandparent Program $297,291 - 0
94.006 Americorps $186,121 - 0
17.259 Wia Youth Activities $149,996 - 0
84.033 Federal Work-Study Program $117,421 Yes 5
84.002 Adult Education - Basic Grants to States $84,730 - 0
14.850 Public and Indian Housing $73,490 - 0
84.042 Trio_student Support Services $68,310 - 0
84.268 Federal Direct Student Loans $35,062 Yes 5
94.002 Retired and Senior Volunteer Program $28,156 - 0
93.052 National Family Caregiver Support, Title Iii, Part E $10,787 - 0
45.025 Promotion of the Arts_partnership Agreements $4,001 - 0

Contacts

Name Title Type
GLAJF337HDG5 Jacob Wheeler Auditee
6182352700 Chris J Suda Auditor
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Notes to SEFA

Title: NOTE 1 SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Accounting Policies: Basis of Presentation The accompanying Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards includes the federal grant activity of Southwestern Illinois College and is presented on the accrual basis of accounting. The information in this schedule is presented in accordance with the requirements of Uniform Grant Guidance, Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations. Therefore, some amounts presented in this schedule may differ from amounts presented in, or used in, the preparation of the basic financial statements. Southwestern Illinois College has not elected to use the 10-percent de minimis indirect cost rate allowed under the Uniform Grant Guidance. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The auditee does not use the de minimis cost rate The accompanying Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards includes the federal grant activity of Southwestern Illinois College and is presented on the accrual basis of accounting. The information in this schedule is presented in accordance with the requirements of Uniform Grant Guidance, Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations. Therefore, some amounts presented in this schedule may differ from amounts presented in, or used in, the preparation of the basic financial statements. Southwestern Illinois College has not elected to use the 10-percent de minimis indirect cost rate allowed under the Uniform Grant Guidance.
Title: NOTE 2 NONCASH ASSISTANCE Accounting Policies: Basis of Presentation The accompanying Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards includes the federal grant activity of Southwestern Illinois College and is presented on the accrual basis of accounting. The information in this schedule is presented in accordance with the requirements of Uniform Grant Guidance, Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations. Therefore, some amounts presented in this schedule may differ from amounts presented in, or used in, the preparation of the basic financial statements. Southwestern Illinois College has not elected to use the 10-percent de minimis indirect cost rate allowed under the Uniform Grant Guidance. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The auditee does not use the de minimis cost rate Southwestern Illinois College did not receive any noncash assistance through federal award programs during the year ended June 30, 2023. In addition, there was no insurance in effect during the year that came through federal sources.
Title: NOTE 3 LOANS OUTSTANDING Accounting Policies: Basis of Presentation The accompanying Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards includes the federal grant activity of Southwestern Illinois College and is presented on the accrual basis of accounting. The information in this schedule is presented in accordance with the requirements of Uniform Grant Guidance, Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations. Therefore, some amounts presented in this schedule may differ from amounts presented in, or used in, the preparation of the basic financial statements. Southwestern Illinois College has not elected to use the 10-percent de minimis indirect cost rate allowed under the Uniform Grant Guidance. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The auditee does not use the de minimis cost rate The federal award program of Southwestern Illinois College had no outstanding loan balances nor were there any loan guarantees as of June 30, 2023.
Title: NOTE 4 SUB-RECIPIENTS Accounting Policies: Basis of Presentation The accompanying Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards includes the federal grant activity of Southwestern Illinois College and is presented on the accrual basis of accounting. The information in this schedule is presented in accordance with the requirements of Uniform Grant Guidance, Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations. Therefore, some amounts presented in this schedule may differ from amounts presented in, or used in, the preparation of the basic financial statements. Southwestern Illinois College has not elected to use the 10-percent de minimis indirect cost rate allowed under the Uniform Grant Guidance. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The auditee does not use the de minimis cost rate All of the federal award program funds received by Southwestern Illinois College were retained by the District. There were no amounts passed to sub-recipients.

Finding Details

2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-001 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data (16 CFR 314). The regulation states that the college must designate a qualified individual responsible for overseeing and implementing your information security program and enforcing your information security program. (16 CFR 314.4(a)). The entity shall have a Written Information Security Program (WISP) that outlines the design and implementation of the risk assessment procedures. (16 CFR 314.4(b)). At a minimum, the institution’s written information security program must address the implementation of the minimum safeguards identified in 16 CFR 314.4(c)(1) through (8) including: Assess apps developed by the institution. In addition, the written security program provides for the institution to regularly test or otherwise monitor the effectiveness of the safeguards it has implemented (16 CFR 314.4(d)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The University has a Written information Security Program; however, the University did not meet the minimum requirements stated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Context: These new GLBA requirements were applicable beginning on June 9, 2023, and there were certain required elements missing from the institution’s Written Information Security Program (WISP). Questioned costs: None. Cause: There was not a formal process in place to review against all the new GLBA requirements to ensure compliance. Effect: The University was not in Gramm-Leach-Bliley compliance standards. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the College review the updated GLBA requirements and ensure their WISP includes all required elements. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-002 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires institutions to report the disbursement dates and amounts to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system within 15 days of disbursing Pell (34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and Direct Loan (34 CFR 685.309) funds to a student. Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely report all disbursement dates and amounts to the COD system. Context: We identified 2 out of 40 COD disbursements tested that were not reported within the required 15 days to COD, these two instances were reported 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid Office does not have a process in place to ensure all disbursements are reported within 15 days to COD. Effect: Student interest accrues based on disbursement date reported to COD, thus interest calculation could be misstated due to the discrepancy in disbursement dates reported. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department work to ensure disbursements are reported to COD within 15 days of the disbursement date. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-003 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that Title IV credit balances must be paid to the student or parent no later than 14 days after the credit balance occurred. (34 CFR 164(h)(2)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not timely refund credit balances to the student or parent. Context: We identified 1 out of 40 students tested that was not refunded within the required 14 days, the credit balance was refunded 7 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The Student Financial Aid office had an automated process to ensure all refunds were issued in 14 days failed to recognize a credit balance in a student's account. Effect: The student did not have access to Title IV funds timely after disbursement. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend that the student financial aid department develop a process to identify all credit balances are paid timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-004 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Department of Education requires that the college provide to the Secretary an up-to-date Uniform Resource Locator (URL) for the contract for publication in a centralized database to the public. (34 CFR 668.164(f)(4)(iii)(B)). Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The college had the required information on their website but had not disclosed the URL to the Department of Education. Context: The college published the contract, assessed fees, and terms and conditions, however, they did not properly report the URL to Department of Education. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The contract is in its first year of operations, and the URL was not submitted within 60 days after award year. Effect: The college was not in compliance with Title IV third-party servicer compliance. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College implement policies and procedures to identify these requirements and timely report to the appropriate regulators. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.
2023-005 Special Tests and Provisions Federal agency: U.S Department of Education Federal program title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Assistant Listing Number: 84.007/84.033/84.063/84.268 Federal Award Identification Number: P007A221105 - P033A221105 - P063P221336 - P268K231336 Award Period: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: • Compliance, Other Matters • Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 682.610, states that institutions must report accurately the enrollment status of all students regardless of if they receive aid from the institution or not. Changes to said status are required to be reported within 30 days of becoming aware of the status change, or with the next scheduled transmission of statuses if the scheduled transmission is within 60 days. The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309(b), states the school is required to report changes in the student’s enrollment status, the effective date of the status, and an anticipated completion date Per 2 CFR 200.303, nonfederal entities receiving federal awards are required to establish and maintain internal controls designed to reasonably ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and program compliance requirements. Condition: The College did not properly report student enrollment changes for students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Context: During our testing of 40 students, we identified 5 students that were reported past the 60-day reporting timeframe to NSLDS. These student enrollment dates were reported 12 days late. Questioned costs: None. Cause: The College didn't have proper procedures in place to verify students' status in NSLDS matched the institutions records in a timely manner. Effect: Incorrect dates submitted to NSLDS may be used to determine the grace period for the repayment and interest of outstanding Title IV student loans. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the College review current processes for reporting to NSLDS and implement procedures to ensure submissions are reported timely. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding.