Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. administers the financial aid program and provides application counseling. Decides to award scholarships, grants, and other monetary rewards. Being a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. audits and reconciles financial aid accounts. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. typically reports to a supervisor. The Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Enrollment Services, the Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for evaluating the financial needs of students from a variety of sources including documentation of financial status and personal interviews. Assist with coordination and supports activities for Financial Aid, to achieve a strategic, student-centered approach to financial aid activities in support of the University’s mission and to integrate student financial accounts with the academic programs of the University.
This position does not supervise others.
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