As financial aid administration grows more complex, technology plays a pivotal role in operational efficiency and regulatory standards. Harnessing the power of technology to offer a user-friendly experience, DJA’s New Leaf software platform is a web-based solution that streamlines financial aid processing and meets rigorous regulations. Developed in-house to help schools maintain compliance with federal financial aid regulations, New Leaf is a testament to DJA’s dedication to staying at the forefront of the financial aid industry.
New Leaf isn’t just financial aid software—it’s a solution that can powerfully automate back-end financial aid administration tasks, upholds regulatory standards, and offers real-time insights into expected cash flows.
Make better decisions. Stay informed with real-time updates on expected cash flow, ensuring optimal financial planning and management.
Designed for compatibility, New Leaf integrates effortlessly with your existing school information system, creating a unified and efficient administrative platform across all platforms.
Embrace scalability with New Leaf’s SaaS model, offering easy integration or standalone use. Its cloud-based structure simplifies updates and adaptation, meeting your evolving financial aid administration needs efficiently.
With regulatory landscapes in constant flux, New Leaf ensures your school complies with all federal regulations. New Leaf delivers immediate updates on cash flow to facilitate strategic financial planning, revolutionizing financial aid administration by streamlining complex processes.
When you partner with DJA, you get a trusted partner committed to helping you achieve your financial aid goals. Our customer-centric approach ensures a seamless partnership, where every interaction is geared towards enhancing your school’s financial aid administration capabilities.
New Leaf is a testament to our ability to deliver customized compliance-driven financial aid solutions with dedicated support at every step. Designed to provide schools with the assurance of operational effectiveness, DJA’s financial aid software is a reflection of an over 35-year journey in partnership with higher education schools.
Designed with the end user in mind, New Leaf ensures a seamless experience tailored to the unique needs of each school.
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) is disposed of securely after adhering to any applicable retention periods. DJA maintains a paperless environment, ensuring that all records are managed electronically.
Sensitive information transfer to and from DJA is conducted through ShareFile, a FIPS-compliant platform secured by Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Additionally, Microsoft 365 OME Encryption is employed for all internal email communications to safeguard the integrity and confidentiality of data.
DJA employs Cisco ASA to secure its networks, incorporating deep packet inspection and standard firewall functions. Automated alerts are generated by the firewall in response to suspicious activity, and our team diligently reviews the logs.
Our IT team utilizes the CyberCNS tool to perform annual audits that include pre and post-remediation scans. The same tool is deployed to continuously monitor risk against the NIST 800-171 standards and complete bi-annual penetration testing.
For New Leaf data, direct database access is restricted to specific Amazon resources. Amazon Aurora hosts the ANL database, securing it with features like continuous backups with point-in-time restore, snapshotting with backtracking, and encryption at rest. Amazon Cloudflare acts as an intermediary, allowing controlled access from our private cloud to the public internet.
At DJA Financial Aid Services, we’re committed to excellence in financial aid servicing, ensuring that schools can focus on what truly matters. In a world where efficiency is paramount, New Leaf stands out as the gold standard in financial aid software solutions.
DJA understands regulatory complexities and the need for technology to solve modern challenges. With over three decades as a leader in the financial aid industry, DJA can help revolutionize your financial aid administration with an innovative software solution purpose-built for success.
Transform your school’s financial aid administration with New Leaf. Reach out to DJA today to explore the unparalleled capabilities of New Leaf and discover how our financial aid services and compliance-focused solutions can empower your school.
