Generally, program reviews are performed on a fiscal year basis. Participating schools must have an independent audit of all Stafford Loan Program transactions at least annually. Guaranty agencies must have independent financial and compliance audits annually. Guaranty agencies must conduct annual reviews of the ten largest loan volume lenders in their areas as well as schools with default rates above 20 percent that do not have a default management plan approved by the Secretary. Guaranty agencies must maintain complete records to support and identify their activities.
Federal regulations specify administrative and fiscal records required to be maintained by schools.