The Department of Education has uploaded the NSLDS Post-screening Eligibility Changes files to the TG mailbox, accessible through SAIG, after resolving an issue reported last week. Below is a breakdown of the key details that institutions need to know about this update:
Availability and Download Instructions
- Files were uploaded to the TG mailbox associated with the 2024–25 FAFSA Services with your institution’s Federal School Code under the message class AHNP25OP or “2025 AdHoc Postscreening File” in the Student Aid Information Gateway (SAIG).
- Download the file(s) from your TG mailbox using the Department’s SAIG software (e.g., EDconnect or TDClient).
- The data is available as a text file in comma separated value (csv) format and you can view the contents by opening them in an application that will separate the values into columns (e.g., import into a spreadsheet application so you can filter or sort).
File Details and Format
- Data for branch campuses or additional locations are provided as separate files in the mailbox.
- The OPEID is listed in the message batch number and in the csv file.
- If a third-party servicer receives SAIG notices on behalf of your institution, please work with your vendor to access the files.
- Vendors that serve multiple institutions should be aware that the OPEID is listed in the file’s batch number. This should support determining which files are associated with which schools before downloading.
- As the data contains personally identifiable information, please ensure that any files that a vendor transfers to your institution, or that your institution transfers to a branch campus, are transferred securely.
Important Reminders
- Any file previously uploaded to the COD website on Jan. 31 will be deleted by Friday, Feb. 21.
- Another round of files will be available by the end of February and again by the end of March
- You will only receive a file if there are eligibility changes to report
SOURCE: (APP-25-06) Updated Guidance For Accessing NSLDS Post-Screening Files