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Incorrect Pell Calculations Significant Deficiency DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION ALN #: 84.063 Federal Award Identification #: 2021-22 Financial Aid Year Condition: 3 students out of 32 were not properly awarded Pell based on enrollment status. Criteria: 34 CFR 690.63(b) Questioned Costs: $-0- Context: Two students were student teaching in one semester and were not properly classified as traditional students during that semester, resulting in underawards of Pell of $2,018. Additionally, one student was incorrectly classified for the summer sessions and was underawarded Pell of $1,625. Cause: One financial aid counselor did not identify the transition in student type to apply the correct Pell formula. Effect: There was an incorrect amount of Pell paid to these three students. Identification as repeat finding, if applicable: Not applicable Recommendation: We recommend a process be used to adjust the Pell formula used to be in alignment with the type of student for that semester. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action: Management agrees with the finding. See corrective action plan.