Finding Text
Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Education
Federal Program Name: Federal Pell Grant Program
Assistance Listing Number: 84.063
Federal Award Identification Number: P063P231946
Award Period: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024
Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance, Other Matters
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The Code of Federal Regulations, 34 CFR 690.62 states the Pell
grant for an academic year is based upon the payment and disbursement schedules published by the
Secretary for each award year. The payment schedules take into account the cost of attendance, the
student’s Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) and the enrollment status of the student.
Condition: During our testing, it was noted one student was under-awarded Pell due to the University
using incorrect information.
Questioned Costs: N/A
Context: One out of a sample of forty students tested was under-awarded Pell grant funds.
Cause: The University’s process did not ensure the most accurate information was used when
awarding aid.
Effect: The student was under-awarded Pell grant funds.
Repeat Finding: Yes, 2023-002.
Recommendation: We recommend the University implement a review process to ensure calculations
of Pell awards are using the correct information.
Views of Responsible Officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding and the University is
in the process of implementing corrective procedures.