Trade School Financial Aid Advisor

Lincoln Tech; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Lincoln Tech in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an experienced Financial Aid Advisor to guide students through the entire financial aid process from application to Title IV clearance. The role emphasizes helping career-focused students access funding for shorter-term programs.

You will manage student information systems, handle data entry and electronic file maintenance, and support New, Veteran, and Agency students with specialized funding needs while collaborating with FA Managers and Regional

Qualifications

• 1+ years of current financial aid experience in higher education.
• Experience with Title IV funding processes and compliance.
• Strong communication with students, families, and corporate FA teams.
• Detail-oriented data management and file maintenance.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Guide students through the complete financial aid process from application to Title IV clearance.
• Manage student information systems, data entry, and electronic file maintenance.
• Support New, Veteran, and Agency students with specialized funding needs.
• Participate in campus orientations and student start events.
• Collaborate with FA Managers and Regional Directors.

Skills

Financial aid experience

Title IV funding

Communication skills

Data management

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Financial Aid Advisor - Lincoln Tech - Indianapolis, IN campus

We’re looking for an experienced financial aid professional who understands the unique needs of career-focused students pursuing skilled trades education. If you have 1+ years of hands‑on financial aid experience in higher education and enjoy helping students navigate Title IV funding for shorter‑term programs, this role could be perfect for you.

What You’ll Bring

• 1+ years of current financial aid experience in higher education – this is essential
• Experience with Title IV funding processes and compliance
• Strong communication skills for working with students, families, and corporate financial aid teams
• Detail‑oriented approach to data management and file maintenance
• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

What You’ll Do

• Guide students through the complete financial aid process from application to Title IV clearance
• Manage student information systems, data entry, and electronic file maintenance
• Support New, Veteran, and Agency students with specialized funding needs
• Participate in campus orientations and student start events
• Collaborate with FA Managers and Regional Directors

Why You’ll Love This Role

You’ll work directly with motivated students who are investing in career‑changing skills training. Our programs are focused and practical, and you’ll see the immediate impact of your work in helping students access the funding they need to transform their careers.

Full‑Time Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Growth Opportunities

About Us

For 80 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation’s leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology.

Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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• Website: www.lincolntech.edu/careers