Dentistry Financial Aid Advisor & Student Success Advocate

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University’s College of Dentistry Financial Aid Advisor position provides specialized counseling on financial aid eligibility, applications, and debt management. The role supports both the College of Dentistry and the Student Financial Aid Office, with in-person work at multiple sites and occasional evenings and weekends for events.

Responsibilities include advising students and parents, overseeing aid packaging and disbursement, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4 years of relevant experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a collaborative team.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional financial aid policies.
• Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings to support College of Dentistry events.

Responsibilities

• Student advising & processing: counsel students and parents on aid eligibility, applications, budgeting, and disbursement.
• Scholarships & loans: oversee awarding, packaging, and revision of federal, state, and institutional aid.
• Compliance & reporting: ensure adherence to policies and prepare annual HRSA loan reports.
• Collaboration & outreach: partner with leadership and develop resources for student outreach and engagement.
• Training & policy development: mentor staff and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Advanced degree (desired)

Job description

Ohio State University’s College of Dentistry Financial Aid Advisor position provides specialized counseling on financial aid eligibility, applications, and debt management. The role supports both the College of Dentistry and the Student Financial Aid Office, with in-person work at multiple sites and occasional evenings and weekends for events.

Responsibilities include advising students and parents, overseeing aid packaging and disbursement, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to