Austin Community College District

Federal Agency: Department of Education Federal Program: Student Financial Aid ALN: Various Award Period: September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025 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. Condition: During our testing of 60 students, we noted seven students where the change in enrollment status was not reported within 60 days. Questioned Costs: None Context: During our testing, it was noted Austin Community College District does not have a process in place to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of NSLDS reporting. Cause: Austin Community College District did not have a process in place to ensure the students who graduated or withdrew were reported timely and accurately. Effect: Austin Community College District did not comply with Department of Education (ED) regulations by reporting student enrollment status changes timely and accurately. Repeat Finding: No Recommendation: We recommend Austin Community College District reevaluate their procedures and review policies surrounding reporting status changes to NSLDS to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Views of Responsible Officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.