TITLE IV COMPLIANCE ASSESSMENT

Our Title IV Compliance Assessment service provides educational institutions with a comprehensive review of their adherence to federal Title IV regulations governing student financial aid programs. Designed for colleges and universities of all sizes, this assessment provides a snapshot of institutional compliance and recommended pre-emptive action steps, thereby safeguarding institutional eligibility and minimizing the risk of fines, audits, or sanctions.


“Our university was between Student Financial Aid directors at the time that my program became eligible for Title IV student loans. SFA simply did not have the bandwidth or the knowledge of Title IV procedures and regulations that we needed. HEAG very efficiently surveyed the state of affairs with our eligibility, helped us navigate the process, kept us in compliance, and led us to an approval that prevented us from losing a critical recruitment season.”

– George Washington University

Key Features

Examination of institutional policies to ensure alignment with Title IV requirements, including enrollment verification, satisfactory academic progress (SAP), and refund calculations.

  • Comprehensive review of financial aid packaging, disbursement procedures, and record-keeping practices to identify potential compliance risks.
  • Evaluation of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) processes, including proper documentation, timely reviews, and student communication.
  • Analysis of Title IV Reconciliation practices to ensure accurate alignment between financial aid and business office records.
  • Assessment of cross-functional office dependencies, such as coordination between the financial aid, registrar, and business offices, to ensure smooth and compliant operations.

Review of the institution’s compliance with consumer information requirements, including the accuracy and accessibility of disclosures related to financial aid, program costs, graduation rates, and more, as required by federal law.

A thorough review of student files to verify compliance with Title IV student eligibility requirements, such as citizenship status, enrollment status, SAP documentation, and resolution of conflicting information.

Identification of knowledge gaps and recommendations for training to empower financial aid administrators with current regulatory understanding.

Evaluation of the institution’s risk exposure based on past audits, self-reported issues, or operational trends.

Delivery of recommendations to address compliance deficiencies and implement best practices for continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Protect your institution from financial liabilities and reputational harm

  • Enhance operational efficiency through alignment with federal standards

  • Ensure accurate and ethical handling of student aid funds

  • Build confidence with stakeholders by demonstrating a commitment to regulatory integrity

Customization

Our Title IV Compliance Assessment is a proactive solution to help your institution maintain eligibility and uphold the trust of students and regulatory bodies. The service can be customized to address the following, as well as other unique compliance validation needs:

  • NSLDS Enrollment Reporting

  • Federal Fund Management & Reconciliation

  • Satisfactory Academic Progress

  • Adherence to Consumer Information Standards
  • Academic Programs & Title IV Eligibility
  • Federal Work Study Program Management

  • Withdrawal and Return to Title IV