2024-2025 College Catalog

C-Flags

C-Flags on the FAFSA are assigned a missing document(s) requirement in Banner and a tracking letter is emailed to the student to notify of the requirement. C-Flags that are reviewed:

  1. Social Security Administration

  2. Department of Homeland Security

  3. Selective Service

  4. National Student Loan Data System

Students tracked through the College’s financial aid database with a federal C code data match requirements are notified by ROAMESG and Banner self-service requirements informing them of documents required for further processing of financial aid.

Code File Review

Financial Aid counselors are required to review federal c code data match information and resolve any discrepancies. The documentation must be maintained in the student’s financial aid file. If students submit documentation which appears fraudulent, the financial aid staff member must notify the Director of Financial Aid.

The student’s documentation is reviewed in the following manner:

  1. Documentation is reviewed by financial aid specialist

  2. If additional documentation is needed, the financial aid specialist contacts the students.

  3. If documentation is complete and accurate, the financial aid specialist processes the students aid