Section 3333.047. Student financial aid program audits

With regard to any state student financial aid program established in this chapter, Chapter 5910., or section 5919.34 of the Revised Code, the chancellor of higher education shall conduct audits to:

(A) Determine the validity of information provided by students and parents regarding eligibility for state student financial aid. If the chancellor determines that eligibility data has been reported incorrectly or inaccurately, and where the chancellor determines an adjustment to be appropriate, the institution of higher education shall adjust the financial aid awarded to the student.

(B) Ensure that institutions of higher education are in compliance with the rules governing state student financial aid programs. An institution that fails to comply with the rules in the administration of any state student financial aid program shall be fully liable to reimburse the state for the unauthorized use of student financial aid funds.

Amended by 131st General Assembly File No. TBD, HB 64, §101.01, eff. 9/29/2015.

Effective Date: 09-29-2005; 2007 HB2 05-15-2007