Federal Register #ED-2026-SCC-0232

Department of Education Seeks Comment on Extension of Information Collection for Approval of Student Eligibility Tests

The Department of Education is seeking public comment on its plan to extend an existing information collection related to the approval of independently administered tests for student eligibility in Title IV financial aid programs. - Government Buyer: - Department of Education - Federal Student Aid (FSA) office - Purpose: - Extension of an information collection request for approval of independently administered tests under Student Assistance General Provisions Subpart J - These tests are used to determine eligibility for Title IV student financial assistance for students without a high school diploma or equivalent - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is a regulatory information collection activity - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The request is for public comment on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden of the information collection - Unique/Notable Requirements: - No established forms or formats for reporting or recordkeeping - Comments are sought from the public regarding the information collection process

Description

This notice announces the Department of Education's intention to submit an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. The Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request related to Student Assistance General Provisions Subpart J concerning the approval of independently administered tests. The collection governs the application and approval of assessments used to measure students' skills and abilities for eligibility in Title IV student financial assistance programs. Comments are invited on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden of the collection, with a comment deadline of May 29, 2026.

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