FA 203: ACG & National SMART Grant Programs

In this course, we will teach the student eligibility criteria applicable to the ACG and National SMART
Grant programs, including the requirements and alternative methods of tracking a student’s academic year progression for purposes of awarding grants under both programs. The course will also teach the institutional eligibility and cash management requirements for properly managing Title IV funds under both grant programs. By completing this course on the ACG and SMART Grant programs, you will be
able to:

• Understand the institution’s responsibilities for the proper administration of both grant programs;

• Identify students who are eligible under each program;

• Calculate award amounts for students under each program;

• Track a student’s academic year progression for purposes of determining eligibility for the various award year grant levels; and

• Make grant disbursements and manage Title IV funds for each program.

This course contains 6 lessons:

• Lesson 1: Course Introduction

• Lesson 2: Introduction and Common Requirements

• Lesson 3: ACG Program-Specific Criteria

• Lesson 4: SMART Program-Specific Criteria

• Lesson 5: Academic Year Progression and Awarding

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