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This page is provided in an effort to comply with the 30- and 45-day reporting requirements issued by the Secretary of the United States Department of Education on May 6, 2020.
The following information is presented in a format and location that is easily accessible to the public as of May 28, 2020, 30 days after the date Broward College received its allocation under 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act and will be updated every quarter thereafter unless further guidance is provided for reporting.
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On April 28, 2020, Broward received $27,154,901 from the Department, provided under Section 18004(a)(1) of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On April 28, 2020, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $13,577,451 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 18004(a)(1).
During Quarter 4 of 2021, Broward College processed canceled awards amounting to $42,337.90 and re-awarded these funds to 48 students.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act is 27,866.
As of December 31, 2021, 13,721 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
As of December 30, 2021, all funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students have been distributed. This is the final quarterly posting. The final report covers all remaining HEERF I fund expenditures for Section 18004(a)(1) Student Portion funds.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1).
Student Emergency Financial Assistance Grants
Emergency financial assistance grants through the online application located on the Broward.edu web page will continue to be available for all students. Students can self-certify a financial need resulting from the Coronavirus pandemic for education-related expenses such as tuition, fees, books, transportation, childcare, healthcare, or personal expenses. Students have the option on the application to authorize the college to apply the funds directly to their student account to apply toward their tuition and fees, or they can choose to receive the funds directly through the college refund process through their selected choice with Bank Mobile. The funding will be distributed based on the following charts, which prioritizes funding to students with exceptional need:
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5711 |
Requested amount up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5711 but less than 20,000 |
Requested amount up to $1000 per semester |
Students greater or equal to 20,000 EFC | Requested amount up to $600 |
All other students non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating need | Requested amount up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5846 |
Requested amount up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5847 but less than 20,000 |
Requested amount up to $1000 per semester |
Students equal to or greater than 20,000 EFC | Requested amount up to $600 |
All other non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating need | Requested amount up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Determining Eligibility Through the Online Application:
Determining How Much for Students Applying Through the Application:
Enrolled students' eligibility was established based on the determination of exceptional needs. See charts above.
Student Block Grants
Block grant funding will go to all students enrolled in at least one class during the Fall semester. Funding will be distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing the amount of funding to students expressing exceptional needs through filing the FAFSA and showing Pell eligibility.
Exceptional need:
Students that did not complete a 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), but have an exceptional need because they or their family have faced significant unexpected expenses, a loss of employment, reduced income, food or housing insecurity, can be considered for the full amount of funding available under the Student block Grants by applying through the Emergency Financial Assistance application.
Funding was distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing funding to students expressing exceptional needs:
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible 0-5711 | $750 |
File FAFSA - not Pell > 5711 EFC 999,999 | $500 |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell Eligible | $800 |
File FAFSA - not Pell Grant Eligible | $500 |
All other students without a FAFSA on file | $500 |
Determining Eligibility for Block Grants (summer and fall terms):
Determining How Much for Block Grants:
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants:
Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
Email to Students Announcing the Application for CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
October 27, 2021- Block Grants Email
November 12, 2021-Application Email
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On April 28, 2020, Broward received $27,154,901 from the Department, provided under Section 18004(a)(1) of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On April 28, 2020, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $13,577,451 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 18004(a)(1).
As of June 30, 2021, all funds received under Section 18004(a)(a) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students have been distributed.
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov. Broward assures that the institution intends to use, no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On April 28, 2020, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $13,577,451 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students.
During Q2 of 2021 (April 1- June 30), Broward distributed $ 1,409,304 to 2,972 students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act is 19,966.
As of June 30, 2021, 19,397 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1).
Determining Eligibility Through the Online Application:
Determining Eligibility for Block Grants:
Determining How Much for Block Grants:
Group |
Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $750 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants:
Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
CARES Act Quarter 2 (2021) Budget and Expenditure Report
CARES Act Quarter 2 (2021) Budget and Expenditure Report-Revised March 8, 2022
Email to Students Announcing the Application for CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
Determining Eligible Students:
Determining How Much:
CARES Act Quarter 1 (2021) Budget and Expenditure Report
CARES Act Quarter 1 (2021) Budget and Expenditure Report-Revised March 8, 2022
Email to Students Announcing the Application for CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
Determining Eligible Students:
Determining How Much:
CARES Act Quarter 4 (2020) Budget and Expenditure Report
CARES Act Quarter 4 (2020) Budget and Expenditure Report-Revised March 8, 2022
Email to Students Announcing the Application for CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
Determining Eligible Students:
Determining How Much:
CARES Act Quarter 3 (2020) Budget and Expenditure Report
CARES Act Quarter 3 (2020) Budget and Expenditure Report-Revised March 8, 2022
Email to Students Announcing the Application for CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov. Broward assures that the institution intends to use, no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of CARES Act Student Emergency Aid (SEAhawk) Grant at Broward.
On April 28, 2020, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $13,577,451 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students.
As of August 24, 2020, Broward has distributed $ 3,090,004 to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act is 17,687.
As of August 24, 2020, 7,660 students have applied for an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, 3,202 of which are eligible
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1)
Determining Eligible Students:
Determining How Much:
Email to Students Announcing the Application for CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
Determining Eligible Students:
Determining How Much:
Email to Students Announcing the Application for CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
Determining Eligible Students:
Determining How Much:
Email to Students Announcing the Application for CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
This page is provided in an effort to comply with the quarterly reporting requirements issued by the Secretary of the United States Department of Education on August 31, 2020.
The following information is presented in a format and location that is easily accessible to the public as of February 14, 2021, 30 days after the date Broward College received its allocation under 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act and will be updated no later than 10 days after the end of each calendar quarter (September 30, and December 31, March 31, June 30) thereafter, unless the Secretary specifies an alternative method of reporting.
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On January 14, 2021, Broward received $58,986,552 from the Department, provided under Section 314(a)(1) of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On January 14, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $13,577,451 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 314(a)(1).
During Q3 of 2021 (July 1- September 30), Broward distributed $3,002,244 to 4,003 students under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act is 35, 693.
As of September 30, 2021, 22,442 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act.
This is the final quarterly posting. The final report covers all remaining HEERF II fund expenditures for Section 314(a)(1) Student Portion funds.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 314(a)(1)
Student Emergency Financial Assistance Grants
Emergency financial assistance grants through the online application located on the Broward.edu web page will continue to be available for all students. Students can self-certify a financial need resulting from the Coronavirus pandemic for education-related expenses such as tuition, fees, books, transportation, childcare, healthcare, or personal expenses. Students have the option on the application to authorize the college to apply the funds directly to their student account to apply toward their tuition and fees, or they can choose to receive the funds directly through the college refund process through their selected choice with Bank Mobile. The funding will be distributed based on the following charts, which prioritizes funding to students with exceptional need:
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5846 |
Requested amount up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5847 but less than 20,000 |
Requested amount up to $1000 per semester |
Students equal to or greater than 20,000 EFC | Requested amount up to $600 |
All other non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating need | Requested amount up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5846 |
Requested amount up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5847 but less than 20,000 |
Requested amount up to $1000 per semester |
Students equal to or greater than 20,000 EFC | Requested amount up to $600 |
All other non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating need | Requested amount up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Determining Eligibility Through the Online Application:
Determining How Much for Students Applying Through the Application:
Enrolled students' eligibility was established based on the determination of exceptional needs. See charts above.
Student Block Grants
Block grant funding will go to all students enrolled in at least one class during the Fall semester. Funding will be distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing the amount of funding to students expressing exceptional needs through filing the FAFSA and showing Pell eligibility.
Exceptional need:
Students that did not complete a 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), but have an exceptional need because they or their family have faced significant unexpected expenses, a loss of employment, reduced income, food or housing insecurity, can be considered for the full amount of funding available under the Student Block Grants by applying through the Emergency Financial Assistance application.
Funding was distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing funding to students expressing exceptional needs:
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible 0-5711 | $750 |
File FAFSA - not Pell > 5711 EFC 999,999 | $500 |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell Eligible | $800 |
File FAFSA - not Pell Grant Eligible | $500 |
All other students without a FAFSA on file | $500 |
Determining Eligibility for Block Grants (summer and fall terms):
Determining How Much for Block Grants:
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants:
Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
Email to Students Announcing the Application for CRRSAA Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
July 23, 2021-Application Email
August 2, 2021-Block Grants Email
August 17, 2021-Application Email
August 25, 2021-Block Grants Email
September 2, 2021-Application Email
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On January 14, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $13,577,451 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 314(a)(1).
During Q2 of 2021 (April 1 - June 30), Broward distributed $10,575,207 to students under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act is 19,966.
As of June 30, 2021, 18,439 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 314(a)(1).
Determining Eligibility Through the Online Application:
Determining Eligibility for Block Grants:
Determining How Much for Students Applying Through the Application:
Determine the list of eligible students based on the criteria above and include the students Expected Family Contribution (EFC) to help assess need.
Based on the eligible student's population, a maximum award per student was established based on EFC ranges of 500 (example 0-499) to address equity in disbursing of these funds, with a maximum amount of $850 for students with EFCs between 5500-6499, those just beyond PELL grant eligibility and a minimum amount of $150 for students with EFC of 20000 or more. See chart.
If after the initial deadline on 3/24/2021 funds remain, Broward intends to use the amount students requested on the application to provide additional grants to eligible students for the amount they requested over the maximum first determined for that student based on their EFC.
Determining How Much for Block Grants:
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $750 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants:
Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
CRRSAA Act Quarter 2 (2021) Budget and Expenditure Report
CRRSAA Act Quarter 2 (2021) Budget and Expenditure Report- Revised March 8, 2022
Email to Students Announcing the Application for CRRSAA Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
January 11, 2021Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On January 14, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $13,577,451 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 314(a)(1).
During Q1 of 2021 (January 1 - March 31), Broward did not distribute any dollars to students under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act is 19,966.
As of March 30, 2021, no students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 314(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 314(a)(1).
Determining Eligibility Through the Online Application:
Determining Eligibility for Block Grants:
Determining How Much for Students Applying Through the Application:
Determining How Much for Block Grants:
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $750 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants:
Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
CRRSAA Act Quarter 1 (2021) Budget and Expenditure Report
CRRSAA Act Quarter 1 (2021) Budget and Expenditure Report - Revised March 8, 2022
Email to Students Announcing the Application for CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
January 11, 2021This page is provided in an effort to comply with the quarterly reporting requirements issued by the Secretary of the United States Department of Education on August 31, 2020.
The following information is presented in a format and location that is easily accessible to the public as of June 18, 2021, 30 days after the date Broward College received its allocation under 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act and will be updated no later than 10 days after the end of each calendar quarter (September 30, and December 31, March 31, June 30) thereafter, unless the Secretary specifies an alternative method of reporting.
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received $102,138,704 from the Department, provided under Section 2003(a)(1) of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $52,279,680 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 2003(a)(1).
During Q3 of 2023 (July 1 – September 30), Broward made no distributions to students under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act is 35,893.
As of September 30, 2023, 33,198 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 2003(a)(1)
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received $102,138,704 from the Department, provided under Section 2003(a)(1) of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $52,279,680 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 2003(a)(1).
During Q2 of 2023 (April 1 - June 30), Broward made no distributions to students under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act is 35,893.
As of June 30, 2023, 33,198 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 2003(a)(1)
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5711 |
Requested amount up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5711 but less than 20,000 |
Requested amount up to $1000 per semester |
Students greater or equal to 20,000 EFC |
Requested amount up to $600 |
All other students non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating the need |
Requested amount up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5846 |
Requested amount up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5847 but less than 20,000 |
Requested amount up to $1000 per semester |
Students equal to or greater than 20,000 EFC |
Requested amount up to $600 |
All other non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating the need |
Requested amount up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Enrolled students' eligibility was established based on the determination of exceptional need. See the charts above.
Block grant funding will go to all students enrolled in at least one class during the Fall semester. Funding will be distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing the amount of funding to students expressing exceptional needs through filing the FAFSA and showing Pell eligibility.
Students who did not complete a 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) but have an exceptional need because they or their family have faced significant unexpected expenses, a loss of employment, reduced income, or food or housing insecurity, can be considered for the full amount of funding available under the Student block Grants by applying through the Emergency Financial Assistance application.
Funding was distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing funding to students expressing exceptional needs.
These criteria were used for awarding students in the summer term.
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell eligible 0-5711 | $750 |
File FAFSA - not Pell >5711 EFC 999,999 | $500 |
These criteria were used for awarding students in the fall term.
Group | Amount per StudentAmount per Student |
---|---|
Pell Eligible | $800 |
File FAFSA - not Pell Grant Eligible | $500 |
All other students without a FAFSA on file | $500 |
Students were given $800 or $500 based on the chart below
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell eligible | $800 |
Students not Pell eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants: Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
Email to Students Announcing the Application for ARP Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received $102,138,704 from the Department, provided under Section 2003(a)(1) of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $52,279,680 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 2003(a)(1).
During Q1 of 2023 (January 1 - March 31), Broward made no distributions to students under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act is 35,893.
As of March 31, 2023, 33,198 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 2003(a)(1).
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5711 |
The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5711 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students greater or equal to 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 per semester |
All other students non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating the need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5846 |
The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5847 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students greater or equal to 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 per semester |
All other students non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating the need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Enrolled students' eligibility was established based on the determination of exceptional needs. See the charts above.
Block grant funding will go to all students enrolled in at least one class during the Fall semester. Funding will be distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing the amount of funding to students expressing exceptional needs through filing the FAFSA and showing Pell eligibility.
Students who did not complete a 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) but have an exceptional need because they or their family have faced significant unexpected expenses, a loss of employment, reduced income, or food or housing insecurity, can be considered for the full amount of funding available under the Student block Grants by applying through the Emergency Financial Assistance application.
Funding was distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing funding to students expressing exceptional needs.
These criteria were used for awarding students in the Summer and Fall terms.
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell Eligible 0-5711 | $750 |
File FAFSA - not Pell > 5711 EFC 999,999 | $500 |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell Eligible | $800 |
File FAFSA - not Pell Grant Eligible | $500 |
All other students without a FAFSA on file | $500 |
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell Eligible | $800 |
Students, not Pell eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants: Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
Email to Students Announcing the Application for ARP Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
January 12, 2022-Block Grants Email (PDF)
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received $102,138,704 from the Department, provided under Section 2003(a)(1) of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $52,279,680 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 2003(a)(1).
During Q4 of 2022 (October 1- December 31), Broward made no distributions to students under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act is 35,893.
As of December 31, 2022, 33,198 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 2003(a)(1).
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5711 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5711 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students greater or equal to 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other students non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5846 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5847 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students equal to or greater than 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Enrolled students' eligibility was established based on the determination of exceptional needs. See the charts above.
Block grant funding will go to all students enrolled in at least one class during the Fall semester. Funding will be distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing the amount of funding to students expressing exceptional needs through filing the FAFSA and showing Pell eligibility.
Students who did not complete a 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) but have an exceptional need because they or their family have faced significant unexpected expenses, a loss of employment, reduced income, or food or housing insecurity, can be considered for the full amount of funding available under the Student block Grants by applying through the Emergency Financial Assistance application.
Funding was distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing funding to students expressing exceptional needs.
These criteria were used for awarding students in the summer term.
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible 0-5711 | $750 |
File FAFSA - not Pell > 5711 EFC 999,999 | $500 |
These criteria were used for awarding students in the fall term.
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
File FAFSA - not Pell Grant Eligible | $500 |
All other students without a FAFSA on file | $500 |
Students were given $800 or $500 based on the chart below
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants: Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
Email to Students Announcing the Application for ARP Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
January 12, 2022-Block Grants Email (PDF)
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received $102,138,704 from the Department, provided under Section 2003(a)(1) of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $52,279,680 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 2003(a)(1).
During Quarter 2 of 2022, Broward College processed canceled awards amounting to $3,700 and re-awarded these funds to 5 students under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act is 27,886.
As of June 30, 2022, 33,198 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 2003(a)(1).
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5711 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5711 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students greater or equal to 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other students non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5846 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5847 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students equal to or greater than 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Enrolled students' eligibility was established based on the determination of exceptional needs. See the charts above.
Block grant funding will go to all students enrolled in at least one class during the Fall semester. Funding will be distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing the amount of funding to students expressing exceptional needs through filing the FAFSA and showing Pell eligibility.
Students who did not complete a 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), but have an exceptional need because they or their family have faced significant unexpected expenses, a loss of employment, reduced income, or food or housing insecurity, can be considered for the full amount of funding available under the Student block Grants by applying through the Emergency Financial Assistance application.
Funding was distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing funding to students expressing exceptional needs.
These criteria were used for awarding students in the summer term | |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible 0-5711 | $750 |
File FAFSA - not Pell > 5711 EFC 999,999 | $500 |
These criteria were used for awarding students in the fall term | |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
File FAFSA - not Pell Grant Eligible | $500 |
All other students without a FAFSA on file | $500 |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants: Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
Email to Students Announcing the Application for ARP Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
January 12, 2022-Block Grants Email (PDF)
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received $102,138,704 from the Department, provided under Section 2003(a)(1) of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $52,279,680 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 2003(a)(1).
During Quarter 2 of 2022, Broward College processed canceled awards amounting to $3,700 and re-awarded these funds to 5 students under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act is 27,886.
As of June 30, 2022, 33,198 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 2003(a)(1).
Emergency financial assistance grants through the online application located on the Broward.edu web page will continue to be available for all students. Students can self-certify a financial need resulting from the Coronavirus pandemic for education-related expenses such as tuition, fees, books, transportation, childcare, healthcare, or personal expenses. Students have the option on the application to authorize the college to apply the funds directly to their student account to apply toward their tuition and fees, or they can choose to receive the funds directly through the college refund process through their selected choice with Bank Mobile. The funding will be distributed based on the following charts, which prioritize funding to students with exceptional needs.
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5711 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5711 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students greater or equal to 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other students non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5846 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5847 but less than 20,000 | The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students equal to or greater than 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Enrolled students' eligibility was established based on the determination of exceptional needs. See the charts above.
Block grant funding will go to all students enrolled in at least one class during the Fall semester. Funding will be distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing the amount of funding to students expressing exceptional needs through filing the FAFSA and showing Pell eligibility.
Students who did not complete a 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), but have an exceptional need because they or their family have faced significant unexpected expenses, a loss of employment, reduced income, or food or housing insecurity, can be considered for the full amount of funding available under the Student block Grants by applying through the Emergency Financial Assistance application.
Funding was distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing funding to students expressing exceptional needs.
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible 0-5711 | $750 |
File FAFSA - not Pell > 5711 EFC 999,999 | $500 |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
File FAFSA - not Pell Grant Eligible | $500 |
All other students without a FAFSA on file | $500 |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants: Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
Email to Students Announcing the Application for ARP Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
January 12, 2022-Block Grants Email (PDF)
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received $102,138,704 from the Department, provided under Section 2003(a)(1) of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $52,279,680 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 2003(a)(1).
During Q1 of 2022 (January 1- March 31), Broward distributed $10,467,108.72 to 15,849 students under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act is 30,599.
As of March 31, 2021, 36,884 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 2003(a)(1)
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5711 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5711 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students greater or equal to 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other students non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5846 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5847 but less than 20,000 | The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students equal to or greater than 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Enrolled students' eligibility was established based on the determination of exceptional needs. See the charts above.
Block grant funding will go to all students enrolled in at least one class during the Fall semester. Funding will be distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing the amount of funding to students expressing exceptional needs through filing the FAFSA and showing Pell eligibility.
Students who did not complete a 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), but have an exceptional need because they or their family have faced significant unexpected expenses, a loss of employment, reduced income, or food or housing insecurity, can be considered for the full amount of funding available under the Student block Grants by applying through the Emergency Financial Assistance application.
Funding was distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing funding to students expressing exceptional needs.
These criteria were used for awarding students in the summer term.
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible 0-5711 | $750 |
File FAFSA - not Pell > 5711 EFC 999,999 | $500 |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
File FAFSA - not Pell Grant Eligible | $500 |
All other students without a FAFSA on file | $500 |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants: Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
Email to Students Announcing the Application for ARP Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
January 12, 2022-Block Grants Email (PDF)
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received $102,138,704 from the Department, provided under Section 2003(a)(1) of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $52,279,680 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 2003(a)(1).
During Q4 of 2021 (October 1- December 31), Broward distributed $23,183,019.53 to 25,167 students under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act is 27, 886.
As of December 31, 2021, 33,194 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 2003(a)(1)
Emergency financial assistance grants through the online application located on the Broward.edu web page will continue to be available for all students. Students can self-certify a financial need resulting from the Coronavirus pandemic for education-related expenses such as tuition, fees, books, transportation, childcare, healthcare, or personal expenses. Students have the option on the application to authorize the college to apply the funds directly to their student account to apply toward their tuition and fees, or they can choose to receive the funds directly through the college refund process through their selected choice with Bank Mobile. The funding will be distributed based on the following charts, which prioritize funding to students with exceptional needs.
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5711 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5711 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students greater or equal to 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other students non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5846 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5847 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students equal to or greater than 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Enrolled students' eligibility was established based on the determination of exceptional needs. See the charts above.
Student Block Grants
Block grant funding will go to all students enrolled in at least one class during the Fall semester. Funding will be distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing the amount of funding to students expressing exceptional needs through filing the FAFSA and showing Pell eligibility.
Students who did not complete a 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), but have an exceptional need because they or their family have faced significant unexpected expenses, a loss of employment, reduced income, or food or housing insecurity, can be considered for the full amount of funding available under the Student block Grants by applying through the Emergency Financial Assistance application.
Funding was distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing funding to students expressing exceptional needs.
These criteria were used for awarding students in the summer term.
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible 0-5711 | $750 |
File FAFSA - not Pell > 5711 EFC 999,999 | $500 |
Amount per Student | Group |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
File FAFSA - not Pell Grant Eligible | $500 |
All other students without a FAFSA on file | $500 |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants: Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
Email to Students Announcing the Application for ARP Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received $102,138,704 from the Department, provided under Section 2003(a)(1) of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $52,279,680 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 2003(a)(1).
During Q3 of 2021 (July 1- September 30), Broward distributed $18,606,490.55 to 17,797 students under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act is 35,693.
As of September 30, 2021, 17,797 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 2003(a)(1).
Emergency financial assistance grants through the online application located on the Broward.edu web page will continue to be available for all students. Students can self-certify a financial need resulting from the Coronavirus pandemic for education-related expenses such as tuition, fees, books, transportation, childcare, healthcare, or personal expenses. Students have the option on the application to authorize the college to apply the funds directly to their student account to apply toward their tuition and fees, or they can choose to receive the funds directly through the college refund process through their selected choice with Bank Mobile. The funding will be distributed based on the following charts, which prioritize funding to students with exceptional needs.
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5711 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5711 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students greater or equal to 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other students non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Group | Maximum Amount |
---|---|
Pell-eligible/Most Exceptional Need EFC 0-5846 | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester |
Students, not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA EFC greater than 5847 but less than 20,000 |
The requested amount is up to $1000 per semester |
Students equal to or greater than 20,000 EFC | The requested amount is up to $600 |
All other non-FAFSA filing students demonstrating a need | The requested amount is up to $1200 per semester with most exceptional need |
Enrolled students' eligibility was established based on the determination of exceptional needs. See the charts above.
Student Block Grants
Block grant funding will go to all students enrolled in at least one class during the Fall semester. Funding will be distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing the amount of funding to students expressing exceptional needs through filing the FAFSA and showing Pell eligibility.
Students who did not complete a 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), but have an exceptional need because they or their family have faced significant unexpected expenses, a loss of employment, reduced income, or food or housing insecurity, can be considered for the full amount of funding available under the Student block Grants by applying through the Emergency Financial Assistance application.
Funding was distributed based on the chart below, prioritizing funding to students expressing exceptional needs.
These criteria were used for awarding students in the summer term.
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible 0-5711 | $750 |
File FAFSA - not Pell > 5711 EFC 999,999 | $500 |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
File FAFSA - not Pell Grant Eligible | $500 |
All other students without a FAFSA on file | $500 |
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $800 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants: Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
Email to Students Announcing the Application for ARP Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
Broward College (Broward) acknowledges that it signed and filed with the U.S. Department of Education (ED) the Recipient's Funding Certification and Agreement Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 13, 2020, via grants.gov. Broward assures that the institution intends to use the applicable amount of funds designated under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, under the name of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (SEAHawk) Grant at Broward.
On May 18, 2021, Broward received from ED the total amount of funds of $52,279,680 pursuant to the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under Section 2003(a)(1).
During Q3 of 2022 (July 1 - September 30), Broward made no distributions to students under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
The total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in the programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid grants under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act is 35,893.
As of September 30, 2022, 33,198 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 2003(a)(1) of the ARP Act.
Broward used the following methods to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid grants and how much they would receive under Section 2003(a)(1)
Determine the list of eligible students based on the criteria above and include the student's Expected Family Contribution (EFC) to help assess need.
Based on the eligible student's population, a maximum award per student was established based on EFC ranges of 500 (example 0-499) to address equity in disbursing of these funds, with a maximum amount of $850 for students with EFCs between 5500-6499, those just beyond PELL grant eligibility and a minimum amount of $150 for students with EFC of 20000 or more. See chart.
If after the initial deadline on March 24, 2021 funds remain, Broward intends to use the amount students requested on the application to provide additional grants to eligible students for the amount they requested over the maximum first determined for that student based on their EFC.
Group | Amount per Student |
---|---|
Pell-eligible | $750 |
Students not Pell-eligible but filed FAFSA | $500 |
Broward has provided the following instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants: Coronavirus Student Resource | Financial Assistance
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