Audit 300516

FY End
2023-06-30
Total Expended
$41.23M
Findings
4
Programs
34
Year: 2023 Accepted: 2024-03-29

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Findings

ID Ref Severity Repeat Requirement
389586 2023-007 Significant Deficiency Yes L
389587 2023-007 Significant Deficiency Yes L
966028 2023-007 Significant Deficiency Yes L
966029 2023-007 Significant Deficiency Yes L

Programs

ALN Program Spent Major Findings
84.268 Federal Direct Student Loans $12.18M Yes 0
84.063 Federal Pell Grant Program $10.99M Yes 0
93.397 Cancer Centers Support Grants $885,870 - 0
84.038 Federal Perkins Loan Program $784,418 Yes 0
84.042 Trio_student Support Services $753,480 - 0
84.044 Trio_talent Search $621,994 - 0
84.425 Covid-19 - Education Stabilization Fund $579,655 Yes 0
84.033 Federal Work-Study Program $576,152 Yes 0
84.007 Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants $464,988 Yes 0
93.575 Child Care and Development Block Grant $419,040 - 0
84.129 Rehabilitation Long-Term Training $259,516 - 0
84.217 Trio_mcnair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement $248,809 - 0
84.379 Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grants (teach Grants) $159,691 Yes 0
84.287 Twenty-First Century Community Learning Centers $121,484 - 0
93.959 Block Grants for Prevention and Treatment of Substance Abuse $110,189 - 0
84.047 Trio_upward Bound $102,009 - 0
16.525 Grants to Reduce Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking on Campus $97,569 - 0
84.411 Investing in Innovation (i3) Fund $70,411 - 0
81.049 Office of Science Financial Assistance Program $60,922 - 0
10.223 Hispanic Serving Institutions Education Grants $51,122 - 0
84.031 Higher Education_institutional Aid $44,499 - 0
84.423 Supporting Effective Educator Development Program $28,391 - 0
47.070 Computer and Information Science and Engineering $19,615 - 0
16.817 Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Program $17,223 - 0
16.738 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program $15,000 - 0
16.839 Stop School Violence $13,643 - 0
47.076 Education and Human Resources $12,016 - 0
19.415 Professional and Cultural Exchange Programs - Citizen Exchanges $10,970 - 0
47.075 Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences $10,504 - 0
93.393 Cancer Cause and Prevention Research $9,017 - 0
93.859 Biomedical Research and Research Training $8,965 - 0
47.050 Geosciences $4,359 - 0
47.074 Biological Sciences $2,914 - 0
45.024 Promotion of the Arts_grants to Organizations and Individuals $81 - 0

Contacts

Name Title Type
MR73WF5SHRW4 Chrystal Temples Auditee
7734425210 Vicki Vandenberg Auditor
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Notes to SEFA

Title: Student Loan Program Administered by the University Accounting Policies: The accompanying schedule of expenditures of federal awards includes the federal grant activity of Northeastern Illinois University (University) for the year ended June 30, 2023 which are recorded on the accrual basis of accounting. Such expenditures are recognized following the cost principles contained in the Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance). All federal awards received directly from federal agencies as well as federal awards passed through other government and nonprofit agencies are included on the schedule. Because the Schedule presents only a selected portion of the operations of the University, it is not intended to and does not present the financial position, changes in net position, or cash flows of the University. The University has elected not to use the 10 percent de minimis indirect cost rate allowed under the Uniform Guidance. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The Organization has elected not to use the 10 percent de minimis indirect cost rate to recover indirect costs, as allowed under the Uniform Guidance. As of June 30, 2023, the University’s outstanding loan balance totaled $263,794 under the Federal Perkins Loan Program (ALN #84.038) and loans made to eligible student during the year totaled $0. Administrative costs charged to the loan program is $0.
Title: Total New Federal Student Loans Accounting Policies: The accompanying schedule of expenditures of federal awards includes the federal grant activity of Northeastern Illinois University (University) for the year ended June 30, 2023 which are recorded on the accrual basis of accounting. Such expenditures are recognized following the cost principles contained in the Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance). All federal awards received directly from federal agencies as well as federal awards passed through other government and nonprofit agencies are included on the schedule. Because the Schedule presents only a selected portion of the operations of the University, it is not intended to and does not present the financial position, changes in net position, or cash flows of the University. The University has elected not to use the 10 percent de minimis indirect cost rate allowed under the Uniform Guidance. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The Organization has elected not to use the 10 percent de minimis indirect cost rate to recover indirect costs, as allowed under the Uniform Guidance. During the audit period, the University processed the following amounts under the Federal Direct Student Loans Program (ALN #84.268): See the Notes to the SEFA for the table. There were no administrative costs charged to the Federal Direct Student Loans Program.
Title: Nonmonetary Assistance Accounting Policies: The accompanying schedule of expenditures of federal awards includes the federal grant activity of Northeastern Illinois University (University) for the year ended June 30, 2023 which are recorded on the accrual basis of accounting. Such expenditures are recognized following the cost principles contained in the Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance). All federal awards received directly from federal agencies as well as federal awards passed through other government and nonprofit agencies are included on the schedule. Because the Schedule presents only a selected portion of the operations of the University, it is not intended to and does not present the financial position, changes in net position, or cash flows of the University. The University has elected not to use the 10 percent de minimis indirect cost rate allowed under the Uniform Guidance. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The Organization has elected not to use the 10 percent de minimis indirect cost rate to recover indirect costs, as allowed under the Uniform Guidance. During the period, the University did not have any nonmonetary assistance.
Title: Insurance Disclosure Accounting Policies: The accompanying schedule of expenditures of federal awards includes the federal grant activity of Northeastern Illinois University (University) for the year ended June 30, 2023 which are recorded on the accrual basis of accounting. Such expenditures are recognized following the cost principles contained in the Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance). All federal awards received directly from federal agencies as well as federal awards passed through other government and nonprofit agencies are included on the schedule. Because the Schedule presents only a selected portion of the operations of the University, it is not intended to and does not present the financial position, changes in net position, or cash flows of the University. The University has elected not to use the 10 percent de minimis indirect cost rate allowed under the Uniform Guidance. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The Organization has elected not to use the 10 percent de minimis indirect cost rate to recover indirect costs, as allowed under the Uniform Guidance. During the period, there are no federally-funded insurance in effect.

Finding Details

2023-007 FINDING - Noncompliance with Grant Report Requirements Federal Agency: Department of Education Assistance Listing Numbers: 84.425E/84.425F Program Names and Award Numbers: Education Stabilization Fund Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, And Economic Security Act [COVID-19 Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund: Institution Portion (P425F200852); COVID-19 Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund: Student Portion (P425E201821)] Program Expenditures: $5,142,525 Questioned Costs: None Northeastern Illinois University (University) did not have adequate procedures in place to ensure the Education Stabilization Fund - Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) reports were accurate and timely submitted to the U.S. Department of Education and posted to NEIU’s website.Northeastern Illinois University (University) did not have adequate procedures in place to ensure the Education Stabilization Fund - Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) reports were accurate and timely submitted to the U.S. Department of Education and posted to NEIU’s website. During our testing of the University’s compliance with the grant reporting requirements for HEERF, we noted the University did not review the required reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with the reporting requirements of the grant agreement. We noted the following: Four of 4 (100%) Quarterly Public Reports improperly completed and/or reported Student Aid amounts. The Department of Education Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting Form requires the University to post the number of students and total amount of aid received each quarter. In addition, the Form requires the posting of cumulative student aid disbursed by quarter for both undergraduate and graduate. Finally, the University should note the average award amount per student for both undergraduate and graduate. Three of 4 (75%) Quarterly Public Reports were posted 15 days, 30 days, and 107 days late to the University’s website. The Department of Education Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting Form requires the University to post the Quarterly Public Reports covering each quarterly reporting period (September 30, December 31, March 31, June 30), no later than 10 days after the end of each calendar quarter. Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200.303(a)) requires nonfederal entities receiving federal awards establish and maintain effective internal control designed to reasonably ensure compliance with Federal laws, statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. University officials stated required reports were not timely and accurately submitted due to turnover within the University resulting in staffing constraints. Failure to meet grant reporting requirements is noncompliance with federal regulations and could result in loss of grant funding in future years. (Finding Code No. 2023-007, 2022-005, 2021-008, 2020-011) RECOMMENDATION: We recommend the University improve its grant reporting and monitoring process to adhere with grant requests for reporting. UNIVERSITY RESPONSE:The University agrees with the recommendation.
2023-007 FINDING - Noncompliance with Grant Report Requirements Federal Agency: Department of Education Assistance Listing Numbers: 84.425E/84.425F Program Names and Award Numbers: Education Stabilization Fund Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, And Economic Security Act [COVID-19 Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund: Institution Portion (P425F200852); COVID-19 Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund: Student Portion (P425E201821)] Program Expenditures: $5,142,525 Questioned Costs: None Northeastern Illinois University (University) did not have adequate procedures in place to ensure the Education Stabilization Fund - Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) reports were accurate and timely submitted to the U.S. Department of Education and posted to NEIU’s website.Northeastern Illinois University (University) did not have adequate procedures in place to ensure the Education Stabilization Fund - Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) reports were accurate and timely submitted to the U.S. Department of Education and posted to NEIU’s website. During our testing of the University’s compliance with the grant reporting requirements for HEERF, we noted the University did not review the required reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with the reporting requirements of the grant agreement. We noted the following: Four of 4 (100%) Quarterly Public Reports improperly completed and/or reported Student Aid amounts. The Department of Education Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting Form requires the University to post the number of students and total amount of aid received each quarter. In addition, the Form requires the posting of cumulative student aid disbursed by quarter for both undergraduate and graduate. Finally, the University should note the average award amount per student for both undergraduate and graduate. Three of 4 (75%) Quarterly Public Reports were posted 15 days, 30 days, and 107 days late to the University’s website. The Department of Education Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting Form requires the University to post the Quarterly Public Reports covering each quarterly reporting period (September 30, December 31, March 31, June 30), no later than 10 days after the end of each calendar quarter. Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200.303(a)) requires nonfederal entities receiving federal awards establish and maintain effective internal control designed to reasonably ensure compliance with Federal laws, statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. University officials stated required reports were not timely and accurately submitted due to turnover within the University resulting in staffing constraints. Failure to meet grant reporting requirements is noncompliance with federal regulations and could result in loss of grant funding in future years. (Finding Code No. 2023-007, 2022-005, 2021-008, 2020-011) RECOMMENDATION: We recommend the University improve its grant reporting and monitoring process to adhere with grant requests for reporting. UNIVERSITY RESPONSE:The University agrees with the recommendation.
2023-007 FINDING - Noncompliance with Grant Report Requirements Federal Agency: Department of Education Assistance Listing Numbers: 84.425E/84.425F Program Names and Award Numbers: Education Stabilization Fund Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, And Economic Security Act [COVID-19 Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund: Institution Portion (P425F200852); COVID-19 Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund: Student Portion (P425E201821)] Program Expenditures: $5,142,525 Questioned Costs: None Northeastern Illinois University (University) did not have adequate procedures in place to ensure the Education Stabilization Fund - Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) reports were accurate and timely submitted to the U.S. Department of Education and posted to NEIU’s website.Northeastern Illinois University (University) did not have adequate procedures in place to ensure the Education Stabilization Fund - Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) reports were accurate and timely submitted to the U.S. Department of Education and posted to NEIU’s website. During our testing of the University’s compliance with the grant reporting requirements for HEERF, we noted the University did not review the required reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with the reporting requirements of the grant agreement. We noted the following: Four of 4 (100%) Quarterly Public Reports improperly completed and/or reported Student Aid amounts. The Department of Education Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting Form requires the University to post the number of students and total amount of aid received each quarter. In addition, the Form requires the posting of cumulative student aid disbursed by quarter for both undergraduate and graduate. Finally, the University should note the average award amount per student for both undergraduate and graduate. Three of 4 (75%) Quarterly Public Reports were posted 15 days, 30 days, and 107 days late to the University’s website. The Department of Education Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting Form requires the University to post the Quarterly Public Reports covering each quarterly reporting period (September 30, December 31, March 31, June 30), no later than 10 days after the end of each calendar quarter. Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200.303(a)) requires nonfederal entities receiving federal awards establish and maintain effective internal control designed to reasonably ensure compliance with Federal laws, statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. University officials stated required reports were not timely and accurately submitted due to turnover within the University resulting in staffing constraints. Failure to meet grant reporting requirements is noncompliance with federal regulations and could result in loss of grant funding in future years. (Finding Code No. 2023-007, 2022-005, 2021-008, 2020-011) RECOMMENDATION: We recommend the University improve its grant reporting and monitoring process to adhere with grant requests for reporting. UNIVERSITY RESPONSE:The University agrees with the recommendation.
2023-007 FINDING - Noncompliance with Grant Report Requirements Federal Agency: Department of Education Assistance Listing Numbers: 84.425E/84.425F Program Names and Award Numbers: Education Stabilization Fund Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, And Economic Security Act [COVID-19 Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund: Institution Portion (P425F200852); COVID-19 Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund: Student Portion (P425E201821)] Program Expenditures: $5,142,525 Questioned Costs: None Northeastern Illinois University (University) did not have adequate procedures in place to ensure the Education Stabilization Fund - Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) reports were accurate and timely submitted to the U.S. Department of Education and posted to NEIU’s website.Northeastern Illinois University (University) did not have adequate procedures in place to ensure the Education Stabilization Fund - Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) reports were accurate and timely submitted to the U.S. Department of Education and posted to NEIU’s website. During our testing of the University’s compliance with the grant reporting requirements for HEERF, we noted the University did not review the required reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with the reporting requirements of the grant agreement. We noted the following: Four of 4 (100%) Quarterly Public Reports improperly completed and/or reported Student Aid amounts. The Department of Education Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting Form requires the University to post the number of students and total amount of aid received each quarter. In addition, the Form requires the posting of cumulative student aid disbursed by quarter for both undergraduate and graduate. Finally, the University should note the average award amount per student for both undergraduate and graduate. Three of 4 (75%) Quarterly Public Reports were posted 15 days, 30 days, and 107 days late to the University’s website. The Department of Education Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting Form requires the University to post the Quarterly Public Reports covering each quarterly reporting period (September 30, December 31, March 31, June 30), no later than 10 days after the end of each calendar quarter. Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200.303(a)) requires nonfederal entities receiving federal awards establish and maintain effective internal control designed to reasonably ensure compliance with Federal laws, statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. University officials stated required reports were not timely and accurately submitted due to turnover within the University resulting in staffing constraints. Failure to meet grant reporting requirements is noncompliance with federal regulations and could result in loss of grant funding in future years. (Finding Code No. 2023-007, 2022-005, 2021-008, 2020-011) RECOMMENDATION: We recommend the University improve its grant reporting and monitoring process to adhere with grant requests for reporting. UNIVERSITY RESPONSE:The University agrees with the recommendation.