Audit 325635

FY End
2023-06-30
Total Expended
$8.10M
Findings
40
Programs
4
Organization: Waldorf University (IA)
Year: 2023 Accepted: 2024-10-23

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Findings

ID Ref Severity Repeat Requirement
503515 2023-002 Material Weakness - N
503516 2023-002 Material Weakness - N
503517 2023-002 Material Weakness - N
503518 2023-002 Material Weakness - N
503519 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
503520 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
503521 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
503522 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
503523 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
503524 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
503525 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
503526 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
503527 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
503528 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
503529 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
503530 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
503531 2023-006 Material Weakness - N
503532 2023-006 Material Weakness - N
503533 2023-006 Material Weakness - N
503534 2023-006 Material Weakness - N
1079957 2023-002 Material Weakness - N
1079958 2023-002 Material Weakness - N
1079959 2023-002 Material Weakness - N
1079960 2023-002 Material Weakness - N
1079961 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
1079962 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
1079963 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
1079964 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - N
1079965 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
1079966 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
1079967 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
1079968 2023-004 Significant Deficiency - N
1079969 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
1079970 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
1079971 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
1079972 2023-005 Significant Deficiency - N
1079973 2023-006 Material Weakness - N
1079974 2023-006 Material Weakness - N
1079975 2023-006 Material Weakness - N
1079976 2023-006 Material Weakness - N

Programs

ALN Program Spent Major Findings
84.268 Federal Direct Student Loans $5.71M Yes 5
84.063 Federal Pell Grant Program $2.29M Yes 5
84.007 Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants $79,196 Yes 5
84.033 Federal Work-Study Program $16,128 Yes 5

Contacts

Name Title Type
STSKFTJMXU36 Daisy Halvorson Auditee
6415858496 Brenda Scherer Auditor
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Notes to SEFA

Title: Basis of Presentation Accounting Policies: Expenditures reported on the Schedule are reported on the cash basis of accounting. Such expenditures are recognized following the cost principles contained in the Uniform Guidance, wherein certain types of expenditures are not allowed or are limited as to reimbursement. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The University has elected not to use the 10 percent de minimis indirect cost rate allowed under the Uniform Guidance. The accompanying schedule of expenditures of federal awards (the Schedule) includes the federal award activity of Waldorf University, (the University) under program of the federal government for the year ended June 30, 2023. The information in the Schedule is presented in accordance with the requirements of Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200, Uniform Administration Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (the Uniform Guidance). Because this Schedule presents only a selected portion of the operations of the University and as the University distributes the program funds to students and does not administer the loans (the loans are administered by various financial institutions), it is not intended to and does not present the financial position, changes in net assets, or cash flows of the University.

Finding Details

Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (Public Law 106-102) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data. (16 CFR 314) The Federal Trade Commission considers Title IV-eligible institutions that participate in Title IV Educational Assistance Programs as “financial institutions” and subject to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (16 CFR 313.3(k)(2)(vi). Condition: Under an institution’s Program Participation Agreement with the Department of Education and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, schools must protect student financial aid information, with particular attention to information provided to institutions by the Department or otherwise obtained in support of the administration of the federal student financial aid programs. Questioned costs: None Context: During our audit procedures, it was noted that the College did not prepare a formal risk assessment that addresses the three areas noted in 16 CFR 314.4 (b) which are (1) Employee training and management; (2) Information systems, including network and software design, as well as information processing, storage, transmission and disposal; and (3) Detecting, preventing and responding to attacks, intrusions, or other systems failures and document safeguards for identified risks. Cause: The University did not have processes in place to document the GLBA requirements. Effect: The student personal information could potentially be vulnerable. Repeat finding: No Recommendation: We recommend the College consider hiring a firm to review their documentation and ensure that there are documented safeguards for identified risks and the required documentation and practices are implemented. We also recommend reviewing the changes in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act regulations that were required to be implemented as of June 9, 2023. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (Public Law 106-102) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data. (16 CFR 314) The Federal Trade Commission considers Title IV-eligible institutions that participate in Title IV Educational Assistance Programs as “financial institutions” and subject to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (16 CFR 313.3(k)(2)(vi). Condition: Under an institution’s Program Participation Agreement with the Department of Education and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, schools must protect student financial aid information, with particular attention to information provided to institutions by the Department or otherwise obtained in support of the administration of the federal student financial aid programs. Questioned costs: None Context: During our audit procedures, it was noted that the College did not prepare a formal risk assessment that addresses the three areas noted in 16 CFR 314.4 (b) which are (1) Employee training and management; (2) Information systems, including network and software design, as well as information processing, storage, transmission and disposal; and (3) Detecting, preventing and responding to attacks, intrusions, or other systems failures and document safeguards for identified risks. Cause: The University did not have processes in place to document the GLBA requirements. Effect: The student personal information could potentially be vulnerable. Repeat finding: No Recommendation: We recommend the College consider hiring a firm to review their documentation and ensure that there are documented safeguards for identified risks and the required documentation and practices are implemented. We also recommend reviewing the changes in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act regulations that were required to be implemented as of June 9, 2023. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (Public Law 106-102) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data. (16 CFR 314) The Federal Trade Commission considers Title IV-eligible institutions that participate in Title IV Educational Assistance Programs as “financial institutions” and subject to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (16 CFR 313.3(k)(2)(vi). Condition: Under an institution’s Program Participation Agreement with the Department of Education and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, schools must protect student financial aid information, with particular attention to information provided to institutions by the Department or otherwise obtained in support of the administration of the federal student financial aid programs. Questioned costs: None Context: During our audit procedures, it was noted that the College did not prepare a formal risk assessment that addresses the three areas noted in 16 CFR 314.4 (b) which are (1) Employee training and management; (2) Information systems, including network and software design, as well as information processing, storage, transmission and disposal; and (3) Detecting, preventing and responding to attacks, intrusions, or other systems failures and document safeguards for identified risks. Cause: The University did not have processes in place to document the GLBA requirements. Effect: The student personal information could potentially be vulnerable. Repeat finding: No Recommendation: We recommend the College consider hiring a firm to review their documentation and ensure that there are documented safeguards for identified risks and the required documentation and practices are implemented. We also recommend reviewing the changes in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act regulations that were required to be implemented as of June 9, 2023. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (Public Law 106-102) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data. (16 CFR 314) The Federal Trade Commission considers Title IV-eligible institutions that participate in Title IV Educational Assistance Programs as “financial institutions” and subject to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (16 CFR 313.3(k)(2)(vi). Condition: Under an institution’s Program Participation Agreement with the Department of Education and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, schools must protect student financial aid information, with particular attention to information provided to institutions by the Department or otherwise obtained in support of the administration of the federal student financial aid programs. Questioned costs: None Context: During our audit procedures, it was noted that the College did not prepare a formal risk assessment that addresses the three areas noted in 16 CFR 314.4 (b) which are (1) Employee training and management; (2) Information systems, including network and software design, as well as information processing, storage, transmission and disposal; and (3) Detecting, preventing and responding to attacks, intrusions, or other systems failures and document safeguards for identified risks. Cause: The University did not have processes in place to document the GLBA requirements. Effect: The student personal information could potentially be vulnerable. Repeat finding: No Recommendation: We recommend the College consider hiring a firm to review their documentation and ensure that there are documented safeguards for identified risks and the required documentation and practices are implemented. We also recommend reviewing the changes in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act regulations that were required to be implemented as of June 9, 2023. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309 requires that enrollment status changes for students be reported to NSLDS within 30 days or within 60 days if the student with the status change will be reported on a scheduled transmission within 60 days of the change in status. Regulations require the status include an accurate effective date. In addition, regulations require that an institution make necessary corrections and return the records within 10 days for any roster files that don’t pass the NSLDS enrollment reporting edits. Condition: We noted, during our testing, that five out of 40 students tested enrollment status was not reported timely. We also noted that one of the 40 students tested did not have effective date in NSLDS agree to the institutions’ records. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure timeliness and accuracy of enrollment reporting. Cause: The University’s processes and controls did not ensure that student status changes were properly and timely reported to NSLDS. Effect: The NSLDS system is not updated with the student information which can cause over awarding should the student transfer to another institution and the students may not properly enter the repayment period. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend the University review its reporting procedures to ensure that students’ statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS as required by regulations. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309 requires that enrollment status changes for students be reported to NSLDS within 30 days or within 60 days if the student with the status change will be reported on a scheduled transmission within 60 days of the change in status. Regulations require the status include an accurate effective date. In addition, regulations require that an institution make necessary corrections and return the records within 10 days for any roster files that don’t pass the NSLDS enrollment reporting edits. Condition: We noted, during our testing, that five out of 40 students tested enrollment status was not reported timely. We also noted that one of the 40 students tested did not have effective date in NSLDS agree to the institutions’ records. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure timeliness and accuracy of enrollment reporting. Cause: The University’s processes and controls did not ensure that student status changes were properly and timely reported to NSLDS. Effect: The NSLDS system is not updated with the student information which can cause over awarding should the student transfer to another institution and the students may not properly enter the repayment period. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend the University review its reporting procedures to ensure that students’ statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS as required by regulations. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309 requires that enrollment status changes for students be reported to NSLDS within 30 days or within 60 days if the student with the status change will be reported on a scheduled transmission within 60 days of the change in status. Regulations require the status include an accurate effective date. In addition, regulations require that an institution make necessary corrections and return the records within 10 days for any roster files that don’t pass the NSLDS enrollment reporting edits. Condition: We noted, during our testing, that five out of 40 students tested enrollment status was not reported timely. We also noted that one of the 40 students tested did not have effective date in NSLDS agree to the institutions’ records. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure timeliness and accuracy of enrollment reporting. Cause: The University’s processes and controls did not ensure that student status changes were properly and timely reported to NSLDS. Effect: The NSLDS system is not updated with the student information which can cause over awarding should the student transfer to another institution and the students may not properly enter the repayment period. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend the University review its reporting procedures to ensure that students’ statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS as required by regulations. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309 requires that enrollment status changes for students be reported to NSLDS within 30 days or within 60 days if the student with the status change will be reported on a scheduled transmission within 60 days of the change in status. Regulations require the status include an accurate effective date. In addition, regulations require that an institution make necessary corrections and return the records within 10 days for any roster files that don’t pass the NSLDS enrollment reporting edits. Condition: We noted, during our testing, that five out of 40 students tested enrollment status was not reported timely. We also noted that one of the 40 students tested did not have effective date in NSLDS agree to the institutions’ records. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure timeliness and accuracy of enrollment reporting. Cause: The University’s processes and controls did not ensure that student status changes were properly and timely reported to NSLDS. Effect: The NSLDS system is not updated with the student information which can cause over awarding should the student transfer to another institution and the students may not properly enter the repayment period. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend the University review its reporting procedures to ensure that students’ statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS as required by regulations. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 668.16 requires institutions that participate in the Title IV program to demonstrate administrative capability. Condition: During our testing of the controls over compliance, we noted the University did not maintain documentation that the controls are being completed. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure proper documentation is maintained to document the controls placed over Title IV programs are being completed timely. Cause: The University did not have a process in place to document controls are being performed. Effect: The University is not in compliance with Department of Education requirements over administrative capability. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University implement procedures to document and maintain the documentation to support the controls over compliance are not only properly designed but are working. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 668.16 requires institutions that participate in the Title IV program to demonstrate administrative capability. Condition: During our testing of the controls over compliance, we noted the University did not maintain documentation that the controls are being completed. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure proper documentation is maintained to document the controls placed over Title IV programs are being completed timely. Cause: The University did not have a process in place to document controls are being performed. Effect: The University is not in compliance with Department of Education requirements over administrative capability. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University implement procedures to document and maintain the documentation to support the controls over compliance are not only properly designed but are working. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 668.16 requires institutions that participate in the Title IV program to demonstrate administrative capability. Condition: During our testing of the controls over compliance, we noted the University did not maintain documentation that the controls are being completed. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure proper documentation is maintained to document the controls placed over Title IV programs are being completed timely. Cause: The University did not have a process in place to document controls are being performed. Effect: The University is not in compliance with Department of Education requirements over administrative capability. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University implement procedures to document and maintain the documentation to support the controls over compliance are not only properly designed but are working. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 668.16 requires institutions that participate in the Title IV program to demonstrate administrative capability. Condition: During our testing of the controls over compliance, we noted the University did not maintain documentation that the controls are being completed. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure proper documentation is maintained to document the controls placed over Title IV programs are being completed timely. Cause: The University did not have a process in place to document controls are being performed. Effect: The University is not in compliance with Department of Education requirements over administrative capability. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University implement procedures to document and maintain the documentation to support the controls over compliance are not only properly designed but are working. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (Public Law 106-102) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data. (16 CFR 314) The Federal Trade Commission considers Title IV-eligible institutions that participate in Title IV Educational Assistance Programs as “financial institutions” and subject to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (16 CFR 313.3(k)(2)(vi). Condition: Under an institution’s Program Participation Agreement with the Department of Education and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, schools must protect student financial aid information, with particular attention to information provided to institutions by the Department or otherwise obtained in support of the administration of the federal student financial aid programs. Questioned costs: None Context: During our audit procedures, it was noted that the College did not prepare a formal risk assessment that addresses the three areas noted in 16 CFR 314.4 (b) which are (1) Employee training and management; (2) Information systems, including network and software design, as well as information processing, storage, transmission and disposal; and (3) Detecting, preventing and responding to attacks, intrusions, or other systems failures and document safeguards for identified risks. Cause: The University did not have processes in place to document the GLBA requirements. Effect: The student personal information could potentially be vulnerable. Repeat finding: No Recommendation: We recommend the College consider hiring a firm to review their documentation and ensure that there are documented safeguards for identified risks and the required documentation and practices are implemented. We also recommend reviewing the changes in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act regulations that were required to be implemented as of June 9, 2023. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (Public Law 106-102) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data. (16 CFR 314) The Federal Trade Commission considers Title IV-eligible institutions that participate in Title IV Educational Assistance Programs as “financial institutions” and subject to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (16 CFR 313.3(k)(2)(vi). Condition: Under an institution’s Program Participation Agreement with the Department of Education and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, schools must protect student financial aid information, with particular attention to information provided to institutions by the Department or otherwise obtained in support of the administration of the federal student financial aid programs. Questioned costs: None Context: During our audit procedures, it was noted that the College did not prepare a formal risk assessment that addresses the three areas noted in 16 CFR 314.4 (b) which are (1) Employee training and management; (2) Information systems, including network and software design, as well as information processing, storage, transmission and disposal; and (3) Detecting, preventing and responding to attacks, intrusions, or other systems failures and document safeguards for identified risks. Cause: The University did not have processes in place to document the GLBA requirements. Effect: The student personal information could potentially be vulnerable. Repeat finding: No Recommendation: We recommend the College consider hiring a firm to review their documentation and ensure that there are documented safeguards for identified risks and the required documentation and practices are implemented. We also recommend reviewing the changes in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act regulations that were required to be implemented as of June 9, 2023. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (Public Law 106-102) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data. (16 CFR 314) The Federal Trade Commission considers Title IV-eligible institutions that participate in Title IV Educational Assistance Programs as “financial institutions” and subject to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (16 CFR 313.3(k)(2)(vi). Condition: Under an institution’s Program Participation Agreement with the Department of Education and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, schools must protect student financial aid information, with particular attention to information provided to institutions by the Department or otherwise obtained in support of the administration of the federal student financial aid programs. Questioned costs: None Context: During our audit procedures, it was noted that the College did not prepare a formal risk assessment that addresses the three areas noted in 16 CFR 314.4 (b) which are (1) Employee training and management; (2) Information systems, including network and software design, as well as information processing, storage, transmission and disposal; and (3) Detecting, preventing and responding to attacks, intrusions, or other systems failures and document safeguards for identified risks. Cause: The University did not have processes in place to document the GLBA requirements. Effect: The student personal information could potentially be vulnerable. Repeat finding: No Recommendation: We recommend the College consider hiring a firm to review their documentation and ensure that there are documented safeguards for identified risks and the required documentation and practices are implemented. We also recommend reviewing the changes in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act regulations that were required to be implemented as of June 9, 2023. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (Public Law 106-102) requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices to their customers and to safeguard sensitive data. (16 CFR 314) The Federal Trade Commission considers Title IV-eligible institutions that participate in Title IV Educational Assistance Programs as “financial institutions” and subject to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (16 CFR 313.3(k)(2)(vi). Condition: Under an institution’s Program Participation Agreement with the Department of Education and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, schools must protect student financial aid information, with particular attention to information provided to institutions by the Department or otherwise obtained in support of the administration of the federal student financial aid programs. Questioned costs: None Context: During our audit procedures, it was noted that the College did not prepare a formal risk assessment that addresses the three areas noted in 16 CFR 314.4 (b) which are (1) Employee training and management; (2) Information systems, including network and software design, as well as information processing, storage, transmission and disposal; and (3) Detecting, preventing and responding to attacks, intrusions, or other systems failures and document safeguards for identified risks. Cause: The University did not have processes in place to document the GLBA requirements. Effect: The student personal information could potentially be vulnerable. Repeat finding: No Recommendation: We recommend the College consider hiring a firm to review their documentation and ensure that there are documented safeguards for identified risks and the required documentation and practices are implemented. We also recommend reviewing the changes in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act regulations that were required to be implemented as of June 9, 2023. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: Per the Uniform Guidance regulations, entities that expend more than $750,000 of federal funds must submit an audit within nine months of the entity’s year end. Condition: Due to turnover in the business office, the audit was submitted late. Questioned costs: None Context: Approximately halfway through the fiscal year, the University hired a new controller. Unfortunately, that controller did have the skills needed to be able to accurately assemble a complete set of financial statements. Two weeks before the deadline, the controller terminated employment with the University. At that time, it was determined that additional work needed to be completed to accurately present the financial statements and additional time was needed to ensure that the financial statements were accurate. Cause: Due to the limited resources of the business office and the lack of qualified candidates in the marketplace, the University was forced to accept a lessor qualified candidate whose employment was ultimately terminated. Effect: The Uniform Guidance reports were submitted late. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University immediately start the search process for a replacement controller and potentially look into outsourcing that position if necessary. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309 requires that enrollment status changes for students be reported to NSLDS within 30 days or within 60 days if the student with the status change will be reported on a scheduled transmission within 60 days of the change in status. Regulations require the status include an accurate effective date. In addition, regulations require that an institution make necessary corrections and return the records within 10 days for any roster files that don’t pass the NSLDS enrollment reporting edits. Condition: We noted, during our testing, that five out of 40 students tested enrollment status was not reported timely. We also noted that one of the 40 students tested did not have effective date in NSLDS agree to the institutions’ records. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure timeliness and accuracy of enrollment reporting. Cause: The University’s processes and controls did not ensure that student status changes were properly and timely reported to NSLDS. Effect: The NSLDS system is not updated with the student information which can cause over awarding should the student transfer to another institution and the students may not properly enter the repayment period. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend the University review its reporting procedures to ensure that students’ statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS as required by regulations. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309 requires that enrollment status changes for students be reported to NSLDS within 30 days or within 60 days if the student with the status change will be reported on a scheduled transmission within 60 days of the change in status. Regulations require the status include an accurate effective date. In addition, regulations require that an institution make necessary corrections and return the records within 10 days for any roster files that don’t pass the NSLDS enrollment reporting edits. Condition: We noted, during our testing, that five out of 40 students tested enrollment status was not reported timely. We also noted that one of the 40 students tested did not have effective date in NSLDS agree to the institutions’ records. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure timeliness and accuracy of enrollment reporting. Cause: The University’s processes and controls did not ensure that student status changes were properly and timely reported to NSLDS. Effect: The NSLDS system is not updated with the student information which can cause over awarding should the student transfer to another institution and the students may not properly enter the repayment period. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend the University review its reporting procedures to ensure that students’ statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS as required by regulations. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309 requires that enrollment status changes for students be reported to NSLDS within 30 days or within 60 days if the student with the status change will be reported on a scheduled transmission within 60 days of the change in status. Regulations require the status include an accurate effective date. In addition, regulations require that an institution make necessary corrections and return the records within 10 days for any roster files that don’t pass the NSLDS enrollment reporting edits. Condition: We noted, during our testing, that five out of 40 students tested enrollment status was not reported timely. We also noted that one of the 40 students tested did not have effective date in NSLDS agree to the institutions’ records. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure timeliness and accuracy of enrollment reporting. Cause: The University’s processes and controls did not ensure that student status changes were properly and timely reported to NSLDS. Effect: The NSLDS system is not updated with the student information which can cause over awarding should the student transfer to another institution and the students may not properly enter the repayment period. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend the University review its reporting procedures to ensure that students’ statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS as required by regulations. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 685.309 requires that enrollment status changes for students be reported to NSLDS within 30 days or within 60 days if the student with the status change will be reported on a scheduled transmission within 60 days of the change in status. Regulations require the status include an accurate effective date. In addition, regulations require that an institution make necessary corrections and return the records within 10 days for any roster files that don’t pass the NSLDS enrollment reporting edits. Condition: We noted, during our testing, that five out of 40 students tested enrollment status was not reported timely. We also noted that one of the 40 students tested did not have effective date in NSLDS agree to the institutions’ records. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure timeliness and accuracy of enrollment reporting. Cause: The University’s processes and controls did not ensure that student status changes were properly and timely reported to NSLDS. Effect: The NSLDS system is not updated with the student information which can cause over awarding should the student transfer to another institution and the students may not properly enter the repayment period. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend the University review its reporting procedures to ensure that students’ statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS as required by regulations. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 668.16 requires institutions that participate in the Title IV program to demonstrate administrative capability. Condition: During our testing of the controls over compliance, we noted the University did not maintain documentation that the controls are being completed. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure proper documentation is maintained to document the controls placed over Title IV programs are being completed timely. Cause: The University did not have a process in place to document controls are being performed. Effect: The University is not in compliance with Department of Education requirements over administrative capability. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University implement procedures to document and maintain the documentation to support the controls over compliance are not only properly designed but are working. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 668.16 requires institutions that participate in the Title IV program to demonstrate administrative capability. Condition: During our testing of the controls over compliance, we noted the University did not maintain documentation that the controls are being completed. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure proper documentation is maintained to document the controls placed over Title IV programs are being completed timely. Cause: The University did not have a process in place to document controls are being performed. Effect: The University is not in compliance with Department of Education requirements over administrative capability. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University implement procedures to document and maintain the documentation to support the controls over compliance are not only properly designed but are working. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 668.16 requires institutions that participate in the Title IV program to demonstrate administrative capability. Condition: During our testing of the controls over compliance, we noted the University did not maintain documentation that the controls are being completed. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure proper documentation is maintained to document the controls placed over Title IV programs are being completed timely. Cause: The University did not have a process in place to document controls are being performed. Effect: The University is not in compliance with Department of Education requirements over administrative capability. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University implement procedures to document and maintain the documentation to support the controls over compliance are not only properly designed but are working. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.
Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program Title: Student Financial Assistance Cluster Federal Assistance Listing Number: Various Federal Award Identification Number and Year: N/A Pass-Through Agency: N/A Pass-Through Number: N/A Award Period: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Type of Finding: 􀁸 Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance 􀁸 Other Matters Criteria or specific requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 668.16 requires institutions that participate in the Title IV program to demonstrate administrative capability. Condition: During our testing of the controls over compliance, we noted the University did not maintain documentation that the controls are being completed. Questioned costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted the University does not have a process in place to ensure proper documentation is maintained to document the controls placed over Title IV programs are being completed timely. Cause: The University did not have a process in place to document controls are being performed. Effect: The University is not in compliance with Department of Education requirements over administrative capability. Repeat finding: No Auditor’s recommendation: We recommend that the University implement procedures to document and maintain the documentation to support the controls over compliance are not only properly designed but are working. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective actions: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.