Finding 1213975 (2025-001)

Reference Number 2025‐001 ‐ Special Test – National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) Reporting Federal Program and Assistance Listing Number (ALN) —Various Criteria ‐ Institutions participating in Title IV programs (e.g., Pell Grant, Direct Loan) must timely and accurately report student enrollment information to the NSLDS. This is required per the NSLDS Enrollment Reporting Guide and applicable federal regulations (Pell, 34 CFR 690.83(b)(2); and Direct Loan, 34 CFR 685.309). Institutions must review, update, and certify enrollment status and program-level information using the NSLDS Enrollment Reporting Roster or the NSLDS Enrollment Maintenance page. Accurate reporting ensures the administration of Title IV aid, impacts student loan servicing, and maintains compliance with federal requirements. Statement of Condition ‐ During our testing, we selected a sample of 40 students who had changes in their enrollment status during the academic year, two students were identified to have enrollment changes not reported to NSLDS in accordance with the requirements. Questioned Costs ‐ None Effect ‐ The University did not report changes in student enrollment data accurately to the NSLDS. Underlying Cause ‐ This was caused by a misunderstanding of NSLDS reporting requirements for students enrolled at least half-time in a non-required spring/summer term who later withdrew or dropped to below less-than-half-time status. The University reverted affected students to their most recently certified Winter 2025 enrollment status, rather than retaining the most recent spring/summer status of half-time or greater through the remainder of the term in NSLDS. Recommendation – The University should ensure that reporting of enrollment changes to the NSLDS is performed accurately in accordance with the OMB regulations.