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Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report

HEERF Combined Reports (Starting June 30, 2022)

HEERF 2023 Annual Report

HEERF Quarterly Report 6-31-2023

HEERF quarterly report 03-31-23 (Updated April 10th, 2023)

HEERF 2022 Annual Report (March 24, 2023)

December 2022 Quarterly Reporting

September 2022 Quarterly Reporting

June 2022 HEERF Quarterly Reporting

HEERF Student Fund

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report for the quarter ending March 31, 2022.

 

  1. Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or intends to use, no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) programs to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $1,810,923
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) as of the date of submission. For the quarter ending March 31,2022, the amount disbursed is $0.  As of this date, all $1,810,923 of student funds have been disbursed to students. 
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4). 654 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4). 0 students have received funds for the quarter ending March 31, 2022.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4).
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report for the quarter ending December 31, 2021

 

  1. Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or intends to use, no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) programs to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $1,810,923
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) as of the date of submission. For the quarter ending December 31, 2021, the amount disbursed is $69,420.
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4). 440 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4). 30 students have received funds for the quarter ending December 31, 2021.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4).
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (updated 10/7/2021)

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report for the quarter ending September 30, 2021

 

  1. Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or intends to use, no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) programs to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $1,810,923
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) as of the date of submission. For the quarter ending September 30, 2021, the amount disbursed is $1,143,200.
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4). 648 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4). 207 students have received funds for the quarter ending September 30, 2021.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4).
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (updated 7/10/2021)

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report

  1. Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or intends to use, no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) programs to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $1,810,923
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) as of the date of submission. As of June 30, 2021, the amount disbursed is $659,759.
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4). 648 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4). 230 students have received funds as of June 30, 2021.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4).
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) and (a)(4) emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report

 

  1. On April 18, 2020 Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or 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.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $327,715
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of the date of submission (i.e., as of the 30-day Report and every 45 days thereafter). As of March 29,2021, the amount disbursed is $327,715.
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. 229 students have received funds as of March 29, 2021.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria – CARES Act

Because CARES Act emergency funds are federally-funded, eligibility has been restricted by the U.S. Department of Education to students who could file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and participate in the federal student aid programs.

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Additionally, students who were enrolled exclusively in an online program (all online classes) as of March 13, 2020 are not eligible to apply for CARES Act funding.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (Updated 2/12/2021)

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report

 

  1. On April 18, 2020 Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or 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.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $327,714
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of the date of submission (i.e., as of the 30-day Report and every 45 days thereafter). As of February 12, 2021, the amount disbursed is $305,940.
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. 187 students have received funds as of February 12, 2021.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria – CARES Act

Because CARES Act emergency funds are federally-funded, eligibility has been restricted by the U.S. Department of Education to students who could file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and participate in the federal student aid programs.

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Additionally, students who were enrolled exclusively in an online program (all online classes) as of March 13, 2020 are not eligible to apply for CARES Act funding.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report

 

  1. On April 18, 2020 Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or 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.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $327,714
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of the date of submission (i.e., as of the 30-day Report and every 45 days thereafter). As of December 28, 2020 the amount disbursed is $244,875.
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. 154 students have received funds as of December 28, 2020.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria – CARES Act

Because CARES Act emergency funds are federally-funded, eligibility has been restricted by the U.S. Department of Education to students who could file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and participate in the federal student aid programs.

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Additionally, students who were enrolled exclusively in an online program (all online classes) as of March 13, 2020 are not eligible to apply for CARES Act funding.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (Updated 11/13/2020)

HEERF Quarterly Reporting

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report

  1. On April 18, 2020 Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or 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.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $327,714
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of the date of submission (i.e., as of the 30-day Report and every 45 days thereafter). As of November 13, 2020 the amount disbursed is $178,149.
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. 130 students have received funds as of November 13, 2020.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria – CARES Act

Because CARES Act emergency funds are federally-funded, eligibility has been restricted by the U.S. Department of Education to students who could file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and participate in the federal student aid programs.

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Additionally, students who were enrolled exclusively in an online program (all online classes) as of March 13, 2020 are not eligible to apply for CARES Act funding.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

 

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (Updated 10/2/2020)

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report

 

  1. On April 18, 2020 Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or 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.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $327,714
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of the date of submission (i.e., as of the 30-day Report and every 45 days thereafter). As of September 30, 2020 the amount disbursed is $157,175.
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. 125 students have received funds as of September 30, 2020.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria – CARES Act

Because CARES Act emergency funds are federally-funded, eligibility has been restricted by the U.S. Department of Education to students who could file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and participate in the federal student aid programs.

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Additionally, students who were enrolled exclusively in an online program (all online classes) as of March 13, 2020 are not eligible to apply for CARES Act funding.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report (Updated 8/17/2020)

 

  1. On April 18, 2020 Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or 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.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $327,714
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of the date of submission (i.e., as of the 30-day Report and every 45 days thereafter). As of August 17, 2020 the amount disbursed is $122,879.
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. 112 students have received funds as of August 17, 2020.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria – CARES Act

Because CARES Act emergency funds are federally-funded, eligibility has been restricted by the U.S. Department of Education to students who could file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and participate in the federal student aid programs.

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Additionally, students who were enrolled exclusively in an online program (all online classes) as of March 13, 2020 are not eligible to apply for CARES Act funding.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report (7/1/2020)

 

  1. On April 18, 2020 Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or 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.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $327,714
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of the date of submission (i.e., as of the 30-day Report and every 45 days thereafter). As of July 2, 2020 the amount disbursed is $101,829.
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. 81 students have received funds as of July 2, 2020.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria – CARES Act

Because CARES Act emergency funds are federally-funded, eligibility has been restricted by the U.S. Department of Education to students who could file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and participate in the federal student aid programs.

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Additionally, students who were enrolled exclusively in an online program (all online classes) as of March 13, 2020 are not eligible to apply for CARES Act funding.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

 

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) Report (5/18/2020)

 

  1. On April 18, 2020 Northern Maine Community College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or 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.
  2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. $327,714
  3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of the date of submission (i.e., as of the 30-day Report and every 45 days thereafter). As of May 13, 2020 the amount disbursed is $59,449.
  4. The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.
  5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. 50 students have received funds as of May 13, 2020.
  6. The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.
  7. Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

 

Eligibility Criteria – CARES Act

Because CARES Act emergency funds are federally-funded, eligibility has been restricted by the U.S. Department of Education to students who could file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and participate in the federal student aid programs.

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Additionally, students who were enrolled exclusively in an online program (all online classes) as of March 13, 2020 are not eligible to apply for CARES Act funding.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

 

 

 

HEERF Institutional Funds

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (Updated 3/31/2022)

HEERF Quarterly Reporting | ending 3-31-22

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (Updated 1/7/2022)

HEERF Quarterly Reporting | ending 12-31-21

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (Updated 10/7/2021)

HEERF Quarterly Reporting | ending 9-30-21

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (Updated 7/10/2021)

HEERF Quarterly Reporting | ending 6-30-2021

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (Updated 5/25/2021)

HEERF Quarterly Reporting | ending 03-31-2021

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (Updated 1/27/2021)

HEERF Quarterly Reporting

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Report (Updated 12/29/2020)

HEERF Quarterly Reporting

 

HEERF Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP)

 

For recipients of the CARES Act CRRSA, and ARP – Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) Strengthening Institution Program (SIP), the recipient will comply with all reporting requirements including those in Section 15011(b)(2) of Division B of the CARES Act, CRRSA ACT, and ARP Act and submit required quarterly reports to the Secretary, at such time and in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may reasonably require (See also 2 CFR 200.327-200.329).

Date of Report: March 31, 2022

In compliance with requirements of the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, CRRSA, and ARP Acts, respectively, assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA , and ARP Acts.  Northern Maine Community College submits the following quarterly report.

Acknowledgement
Northern Maine Community College acknowledges that it signed and returned to the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, CRRSA,and ARP Act and assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP regulations.

Amount of Funds Received
Northern Maine Community College received $186,778 from the U.S. Department of Education pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program.

Total Amount of Scholarship Funds Distributed to Students
As of March 31, 2022, the total amount of scholarship funds which Northern Maine Community College has expended under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA, and ARP Act is $54,961 which covered 44 students.  For the quarter ending March 31, 2022 there were no additional SIP expenditures. 

Estimated Number of Eligible Students
The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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)(2) of the CARES Act, CRSSA, and ARP 654 students are estimated to be eligible.

Number of Students Receiving Grants
As of March 31, 2021, 44 Northern Maine Community College students have received scholarship funds under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP Act. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Method Used to Determine Which Students Received Grants and Amounts
The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP.

    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.

Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.

    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act, CRRSA, and ARP Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree, certificate, or non-credit program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

 

HEERF – Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) Reporting

For recipients of the CARES Act CRRSA, and ARP – Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) Strengthening Institution Program (SIP), the recipient will comply with all reporting requirements including those in Section 15011(b)(2) of Division B of the CARES Act, CRRSA ACT, and ARP Act and submit required quarterly reports to the Secretary, at such time and in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may reasonably require (See also 2 CFR 200.327-200.329).

Date of Report: December 31, 2021

In compliance with requirements of the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, CRRSA, and ARP Acts, respectively, assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA , and ARP Acts.  Northern Maine Community College submits the following quarterly report.

Acknowledgement
Northern Maine Community College acknowledges that it signed and returned to the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, CRRSA,and ARP Act and assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP regulations.

Amount of Funds Received
Northern Maine Community College received $186,778 from the U.S. Department of Education pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program.

Total Amount of Scholarship Funds Distributed to Students
As of December 31, 2021, the total amount of scholarship funds which Northern Maine Community College has expended under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA, and ARP Act is $54,961 which covered 44 students.  For the quarter ending December 31, 2021 there were no additional SIP expenditures. 

Estimated Number of Eligible Students
The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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)(2) of the CARES Act and CRRSA. 440 students are estimated to be eligible.

Number of Students Receiving Grants
As of December 31, 2021, 44 Northern Maine Community College students have received scholarship funds under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP Act. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Method Used to Determine Which Students Received Grants and Amounts
The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP.

    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.

Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.

    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act, CRRSA, and ARP Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

HEERF – Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) Reporting (Updated 10/7/21)

For recipients of the CARES Act CRRSA, and ARP – Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) Strengthening Institution Program (SIP), the recipient will comply with all reporting requirements including those in Section 15011(b)(2) of Division B of the CARES Act, CRRSA ACT, and ARP Act and submit required quarterly reports to the Secretary, at such time and in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may reasonably require (See also 2 CFR 200.327-200.329).

Date of Report: September 30, 2021

In compliance with requirements of the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, CRRSA, and ARP Acts, respectively, assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA , and ARP Acts.  Northern Maine Community College submits the following quarterly report.

Acknowledgement
Northern Maine Community College acknowledges that it signed and returned to the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, CRRSA,and ARP Act and assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP regulations.

Amount of Funds Received
Northern Maine Community College received $186,778 from the U.S. Department of Education pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program.

Total Amount of Scholarship Funds Distributed to Students
As of September 30, 2021, the total amount of scholarship funds which Northern Maine Community College has expended under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA, and ARP Act is $54,961 which covered 44 students. 

Estimated Number of Eligible Students
The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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)(2) of the CARES Act and CRRSA. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.

Number of Students Receiving Grants
As of September 30, 2021, 38 Northern Maine Community College students have received scholarship funds under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP Act. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Method Used to Determine Which Students Received Grants and Amounts
The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP.

    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.

Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.

    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act, CRRSA, and ARP Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act, CRRSA and ARP emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

HEERF – Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) Reporting (updated 7/10/2021)

For recipients of the CARES Act – Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) Strengthening Institution Program (SIP), the recipient will comply with all reporting requirements including those in Section 15011(b)(2) of Division B of the CARES Act and submit required quarterly reports to the Secretary, at such time and in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may reasonably require (See also 2 CFR 200.327-200.329).

Date of Report: June 30, 2021

In compliance with requirements of the CARES Act, Northern Maine Community College submits the following quarterly report.

Acknowledgement
Northern Maine Community College acknowledges that it signed and returned to the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and CRRSA, and assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act and CRRSA regulations.

Amount of Funds Received
Northern Maine Community College received $87,195 from the U.S. Department of Education pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program.

Total Amount of Scholarship Funds Distributed to Students
As of June 30, 2021, the total amount of scholarship funds which Northern Maine Community College has expended under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act and CRRSA is $54,961

Estimated Number of Eligible Students
The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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)(2) of the CARES Act and CRRSA. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.

Number of Students Receiving Grants
As of June 30, 2021, 38 Northern Maine Community College students have received scholarship funds under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act or CRRSA. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Method Used to Determine Which Students Received Grants and Amounts
The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act and CRRSA.

    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.

Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.

    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act and CRRSA funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act and CRRSA emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus; such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you must:

– Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at the College;

– Have a high school diploma, a home school diploma, or GED;

– Be making satisfactory academic progress;

– Not owe a refund on a federal Title IV education grant;

– Not be in default on a federal Title IV education loan;

– Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen;

– Not have fraudulently exceeded federal Title IV education loan limits;

– Be registered with the Selective Service if male and required to register;

– Have a valid Social Security Number;

– Not have a federal or state conviction for using or distributing illegal drugs while receiving federal Title IV education assistance.

Completing this request form is not a guarantee of funding; each request will be reviewed and students will be notified of the status of their request.”

 

HEERF – Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) Reporting

For recipients of the CARES Act – Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) Strengthening Institution Program (SIP), the recipient will comply with all reporting requirements including those in Section 15011(b)(2) of Division B of the CARES Act and submit required quarterly reports to the Secretary, at such time and in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may reasonably require (See also 2 CFR 200.327-200.329).

Date of Report: March 29, 2021

In compliance with requirements of the CARES Act, Northern Maine Community College submits the following quarterly report.

Acknowledgement
Northern Maine Community College acknowledges that it signed and returned to the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 30, 2020 and assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Amount of Funds Received
Northern Maine Community College received $32,234.00 from the U.S. Department of Education pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program on May 28, 2020.

Total Amount of Scholarship Funds Distributed to Students
As of March 29,2021, the total amount of scholarship funds which Northern Maine Community College has expended under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act is $32,234.00. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.

Estimated Number of Eligible Students
The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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)(2) of the CARES Act. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.

Number of Students Receiving Grants
As of March 29, 2021, zero Northern Maine Community College students have received scholarship funds under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Method Used to Determine Which Students Received Grants and Amounts
The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
    2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.

Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.

    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus

 

HEERF – Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) Reporting (Posted 2/12/2021)

For recipients of the CARES Act – Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) Strengthening Institution Program (SIP), the recipient will comply with all reporting requirements including those in Section 15011(b)(2) of Division B of the CARES Act and submit required quarterly reports to the Secretary, at such time and in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may reasonably require (See also 2 CFR 200.327-200.329).

Date of Report: February 12, 20201

In compliance with requirements of the CARES Act, Northern Maine Community College submits the following quarterly report.

Acknowledgement
Northern Maine Community College acknowledges that it signed and returned to the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 30, 2020 and assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Amount of Funds Received
Northern Maine Community College received $32,234.00 from the U.S. Department of Education pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program on May 28, 2020.

Total Amount of Scholarship Funds Distributed to Students
As of December 28, 2020, the total amount of scholarship funds which Northern Maine Community College has expended under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act is $32,234.00. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.

Estimated Number of Eligible Students
The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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)(2) of the CARES Act. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.

Number of Students Receiving Grants
As of December 28, 2020, zero Northern Maine Community College students have received scholarship funds under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Method Used to Determine Which Students Received Grants and Amounts
The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
  2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.

Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.

    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus

HEERF – Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) Reporting

For recipients of the CARES Act – Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) Strengthening Institution Program (SIP), the recipient will comply with all reporting requirements including those in Section 15011(b)(2) of Division B of the CARES Act and submit required quarterly reports to the Secretary, at such time and in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may reasonably require (See also 2 CFR 200.327-200.329).

Date of Report: December 28, 2020
In compliance with requirements of the CARES Act, Northern Maine Community College submits the following quarterly report.

Acknowledgement
Northern Maine Community College acknowledges that it signed and returned to the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 30, 2020 and assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Amount of Funds Received
Northern Maine Community College received $32,234.00 from the U.S. Department of Education pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program on May 28, 2020.

Total Amount of Scholarship Funds Distributed to Students
As of December 28, 2020, the total amount of scholarship funds which Northern Maine Community College has expended under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act is $32,234.00. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.

Estimated Number of Eligible Students
The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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)(2) of the CARES Act. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.

Number of Students Receiving Grants
As of December 28, 2020, zero Northern Maine Community College students have received scholarship funds under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Method Used to Determine Which Students Received Grants and Amounts
The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
  2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.

Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.

    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus

 

HEERF – Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) Reporting

For recipients of the CARES Act – Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) Strengthening Institution Program (SIP), the recipient will comply with all reporting requirements including those in Section 15011(b)(2) of Division B of the CARES Act and submit required quarterly reports to the Secretary, at such time and in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may reasonably require (See also 2 CFR 200.327-200.329).

Date of Report: November 13, 2020
In compliance with requirements of the CARES Act, Northern Maine Community College submits the following quarterly report.

Acknowledgement
Northern Maine Community College acknowledges that it signed and returned to the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 30, 2020 and assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Amount of Funds Received
Northern Maine Community College received $32,234.00 from the U.S. Department of Education pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program on May 28, 2020.

Total Amount of Scholarship Funds Distributed to Students
As of November 13, 2020, the total amount of scholarship funds which Northern Maine Community College has expended under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act is $0.00. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.

Estimated Number of Eligible Students
The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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)(2) of the CARES Act. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.

Number of Students Receiving Grants
As of November 13, 2020, zero Northern Maine Community College students have received scholarship funds under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Method Used to Determine Which Students Received Grants and Amounts
The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
  2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.

Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.

    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus

 

HEERF – Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) Reporting (Updated 9/30/2020)

For recipients of the CARES Act – Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) Strengthening Institution Program (SIP), the recipient will comply with all reporting requirements including those in Section 15011(b)(2) of Division B of the CARES Act and submit required quarterly reports to the Secretary, at such time and in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may reasonably require (See also 2 CFR 200.327-200.329).

Date of Report: September 30, 2020
In compliance with requirements of the CARES Act, Northern Maine Community College submits the following quarterly report.

Acknowledgement
Northern Maine Community College acknowledges that it signed and returned to the U.S. Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 30, 2020 and assures that it intends to use the funds received as permitted under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Amount of Funds Received
Northern Maine Community College received $32,234.00 from the U.S. Department of Education pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund-Strengthening Institutions Program on May 28, 2020.

Total Amount of Scholarship Funds Distributed to Students
As of September 30, 2020, the total amount of scholarship funds which Northern Maine Community College has expended under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act is $0.00. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.

Estimated Number of Eligible Students
The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in 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)(2) of the CARES Act. 648 students are estimated to be eligible.

Number of Students Receiving Grants
As of September 30, 2020, zero Northern Maine Community College students have received scholarship funds under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act. Please see CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for information regarding Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

Method Used to Determine Which Students Received Grants and Amounts
The method(s) used by the institution to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(2) of the CARES Act.

    1. Students request an amount either by completing an online application or email
  2. College counselors discuss the type of needs and amount requested and approve, modify, or deny the request.

Any instructions, directions, or guidance provided by the institution to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.

    1. Students have been notified of CARES Act funding via email, student portal, personal outreach from college counselors and other officials
    2. Students must either complete the online application or send an email BIT@NMCC.edu articulating their covid-19 related needs.
    3. All applications for funds are reviewed with the student applicant to determine need, eligibility for funding, and other. Specifically,

“Students attest to meeting all eligibility requirements for HEERF grants when applying for assistance. CARES Act emergency funds are for the sole and exclusive purpose of providing emergency financial aid grants to students for their expenses related to the disruption of campus