Finding Text
Finding 2024-003 – U. S. Department of Education (USDE), TRIO Programs (significant
deficiency):
Information on the federal programs – Upward Bound, FAL No. 84.047A, June 30, 2024;
Student Support Services, FAL No. 84.042A, June 30, 2024
Criteria – Federal regulations regarding program requirements. 34-CFR 645.21
Condition – Non-compliances were noted as more fully described in the context below.
Context – The College did not meet the two-thirds requirement for the Upward Bound Program.
Per federal regulations, not less than two-thirds of the College's program participants will be low-
income individuals who are potential first-generation college students.
Cause – Administrative oversight.
Effect – The College’s participation in the Title III and TRIO Programs could be subject to USDE
sanctions as applicable.
Repeat Finding – Yes.
Auditor’s Recommendation – We recommend the College monitor participation for the program
to assure all requirements are met.