Designed for both new and experienced financial aid professionals, these webcasts provide a basic understanding of the fundamentals of student aid.

Webcasts are scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. Pacific time on the dates listed below and will cover the following topics. All webcasts are 60 minutes unless otherwise noted.

• June 15 — Common Audit Findings
• June 17 — Federal Education Loan Repayment Relief
• June 22 — Federal Delivery System
• June 24* — Need Analysis Overview/Awarding and Award Notification
• July 1 — Types and Sources of Financial Aid
• July 6 — Federal Education Loans: The Basics
• July 8 — Federal Grad PLUS Loans
• July 13* — Federal Verification by the Numbers
• July 15* — Tax Filing Requirements
• July 20* — Professional Judgment
• July 22* — Federal Methodology
• Aug. 10 — Citizenship
• Aug. 12* — Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Aug. 17* — Return of Title IV Funds
• Aug. 26 — Policies and Procedures

* Webcasts noted with an asterisk are 90 minutes in length.

Citizenship. A student must be a citizen or an eligible noncitizen to receive aid. Learn how to handle situations in which a student’s citizenship status is not confirmed during the aid application process.

Common Audit Findings. Understanding common audit and program review findings can help your school identify potential problem areas and correct them before an auditor sets foot on your campus.

Federal Delivery System. The processing system used to collect, analyze, correct and distribute information regarding financial aid applications uses numerous systems. Learn how the systems work together and how they can help you administer financial aid programs.

Federal Education Loan Repayment Relief. Student loan borrowers may be able to postpone payments during times when they are having difficulty making payments. In certain circumstances, loans may be canceled altogether. Learn the qualifications for these options, and the differences between deferment, forbearance and loan cancellation.

Federal Education Loans: The Basics. Learn the basics of the federal financial aid program, including subsidized and unsubsidized Stafford loans, parent and graduate/professional student PLUS loans, and federal Consolidation loans. You’ll hear about borrower eligibility, loan limits and an overview of the various repayment plans.

Federal Grad PLUS Loans. Graduate and professional schools must have a solid understanding of the Federal Grad PLUS program. See an outline of eligibility requirements, the role of a PLUS loan endorser, loan counseling requirements, and repayment options. You also will receive a comparison of Grad PLUS and private student loans as well as tips for helping students repair adverse credit.

Federal Methodology. Federal methodology is the process used by the U.S. Department of Education to calculate a student’s Expected Family Contribution. Discuss the components, formulas and guiding principles of federal methodology.

Federal Verification by the Numbers. The numerous verification requirements include the five items that require verification, the 30 percent option, a $400 tolerance, and many others. We’ll review the requirements, determine the difference between verification and conflicting information, and review some uncommon places to find assets.

Need Analysis Overview/Awarding and Award Notification. Explore need analysis by examining cost of attendance, expected family contribution and the basic formula for determination of financial need. Learn what awarding tools, resources and theories are available to help you balance the art and science of awarding.

Policies and Procedures. Writing policies and procedures can be a piece of cake, if you have the right ingredients. Learn how to select the best templates, how others on campus can help, and what resources you likely already have. You’ll focus on how to address the common barriers that prevent offices from completing this task.

Professional Judgment. Find out what you can and cannot do through PJ, and see some common documentation requirements. We’ll also apply your knowledge through engaging case studies.

Return of Title IV Funds. A return of Title IV funds calculation determines the amount of aid a student earned when completely withdrawing from all classes and any federal funds that must be returned by the school or student. Learn the various components of the Return of Title IV funds calculation and how to apply them through a hands on case study.

Satisfactory Academic Progress. Students may understand a school’s qualitative and quantitative standards for SAP. In this session, however, you’ll learn there’s more to measuring a student’s SAP.

Tax Filing Requirements. A financial aid administrator must know about several topics related to Internal Revenue Service tax filing requirements. Through a review of basic elements and several case studies, you’ll build a solid understanding of the requirements.

Types and Sources of Financial Aid. Self-help, gift, federal, state, institutional and outside aid — these are the building blocks of a financial aid award package. Gain a thorough knowledge of these forms of aid to best serve your students.

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