Educational Compliance Management (ECM) has been assisting post-secondary institutions for nearly 40 years by providing Title IV Eligibility & Compliance Consulting, Staffing Support, and Third-Party Financial Aid Processing. ECM ensures that institutions deliver Title IV funds quickly and efficiently while remaining fully compliant with Federal financial aid regulations.
The company offers a range of services including Financial Aid Processing, Financial Aid Compliance, Title IV Support, and Accreditation Planning, with a focus on compliance, service, and support.
Absolute dedication to compliance, service, and support
Accessibility to senior-level staff, their knowledge, and experience
All-inclusive approach with no hidden costs
Services
Financial Aid Processing
Ensures timely and accurate disbursement of Title IV Financial Aid Funds, including Pell Grants, Student Loans, and Campus-Based funds in accordance with Department of Education regulations.
Analysis of academic programs to maximize financial aid eligibilityDevelopment and review of Cost of Attendance budgetsReal-Time student aid packagingOn-demand processing to meet school cash flow needs
Financial Aid Compliance
Ensures compliance with federal financial aid regulations to avoid liabilities and disallowed disbursements.
Vice President of Compliance and TrainingSenior Level Compliance ConsultantsDedicated Compliance Help Desk
Title IV Support
Guides schools through the Title IV application process and provides ongoing support for federal aid funding.
Comprehensive discovery process to understand institutional goalsProactive assistance with Title IV application and approvalMonitoring of application progress and communication with USDE
Accreditation Planning
Guides institutions through the accreditation lifecycle and federal funding requirements.
Assessment and selection of appropriate national accrediting agencyEstablishment of accreditation timelineGuidance in creation of Self-Study Report and establishment of policiesOn-site visits for facility evaluation and exhibit review
Credentials & Certifications
40 years of experience in Title IV Eligibility & Compliance Consulting
Since 1985
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of ECM’s Financial Aid Processing services? +
ECM’s Financial Aid Processing services ensure timely and accurate disbursement of Title IV Financial Aid Funds, including Pell Grants, Student Loans, and Campus-Based funds, in accordance with Department of Education regulations.
How does ECM support financial aid compliance? +
ECM supports financial aid compliance by providing a Vice President of Compliance and Training, Senior Level Compliance Consultants, and a dedicated Compliance Help Desk to prevent systemic errors and ensure adherence to federal regulations.
What assistance does ECM offer for Title IV application? +
ECM guides schools through the Title IV application process, assists with the 40+ page application, prepares required policies, ensures financial statements meet USDE guidelines, monitors application progress, and provides ongoing support for initiating Federal Title IV funding.
How does ECM assist with accreditation planning? +
ECM assists with accreditation planning by assessing and selecting appropriate national accrediting agencies, establishing accreditation timelines, guiding the creation of Self-Study Reports and policies, and conducting on-site visits for facility evaluation and exhibit review.
