The American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act of 2021

ARP/HEERF III Act Funding

On March 2021, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act of 2021. This act allocates funding to higher education institutions for the purpose of providing Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund II (HEERF III) Grants to eligible students. Great Basin College has been allocated $1,255,954.00 to provide eligible students with emergency student aid which can be used for emergency costs that arise due to coronavirus, such as tuition, food, housing, health care (including mental health care) or child care.

Great Basin College is awarding ARP (also referred to as HEERF III) grants this Fall to students in two rounds. The first round which will be disbursed on August 2, 2021 will be for students enrolled at least six credits in the Fall 2021 semester and registered for Spring 2021. The second round will be available to students with verified attendance after September 5, 2021, enrolled in at least six credits for Fall 2021.

Great Basin College is also awarding ARP (also referred to as HEERF III) grants to students enrolled in spring 2022 semester in two rounds. The first round was disbursed on December 21, 2021 to students enrolled in at least six credits for spring 2022. The second round will be disbursed to students enrolled in at least six credits with verified attendance after February 4th, 2022 on a first come first serve basis until the funding is depleted. The payment amounts will be $250 for those enrolled in 6-11.99 credits and $500 for 12 or more credits for the spring 2022 term.

To date, 澳门新甫京娱乐游戏在线下载 has disbursed $1,255,954.00 to 3,432 unduplicated students enrolled in fall 2021 and spring 2022 and identified by 澳门新甫京娱乐游戏在线下载 as meeting the requirements for this funding.

Funds will be prioritized for students with exceptional need such as those students who have a valid Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file for unmet need. To determine grant amounts distributed, a formula was used to address two factors, part-time and full-time status as well as a need-based analysis according to a completed FAFSA with awards up to $500 for full-time status and $250 for part-time status.

You will not need to apply for these funds. Funds will automatically be distributed to those students who meet the eligibility requirements. If you have questions regarding eligibility or exceptional need circumstances please contact the Financial Aid Department at financial-aid@soongshinkid.com.

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ARP Act Funding

In March 2021, the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act was passed by Congress. The ARP Act includes emergency grant funding to assist students with expenses related to the cost of attendance and emergency costs that arise due to coronavirus. The act provides institutions funds to defray expenses associated with coronavirus including lost revenue, technology costs, and payroll.

Great Basin College was awarded a total of $842,351.00 in ARP Act Institutional funds. This funding allows 澳门新甫京娱乐游戏在线下载 to cover lost revenues for the college and student housing and payroll expenses. As of December 31, 2022, 澳门新甫京娱乐游戏在线下载 has expended $207,789.64 of these funds on payroll related expenses and $65,263.84 for requirements under the ARP Act. In addition, $330,911.38 was spent on technology, and $238,386.14 for indirect costs. As of December 31, 2022, all funds received from the ARP Act Institutional Support program have been spent.

Great Basin College was awarded a total of $86,931.00 in ARP Act Strengthening Institutions Program funds. This funding allows 澳门新甫京娱乐游戏在线下载 to cover lost revenues for the college, student housing, payroll and expenses related to technology. As of March 31, 2022, 澳门新甫京娱乐游戏在线下载 has spent $11,482.90 on required uses under the ARP Act. In addition, $15,924.50 has been spent on technology, $34,686.20 in payroll related expenses and $24,837.40 for indirect costs. As of March 31, 2022, all funds received from the ARP Act Strengthening Institutions Program have been spent.

Review the Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting under ARP Act Sections 18004(a)(1) Institutional Portion, 18004(a)(2), and 18004(a)(3):

For More Information Contact

Admissions and Records
Great Basin College
Phone: 775-327-2059
admissions@soongshinkid.com

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Why Great Basin College

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