Financial Aid Advisor | Student Support & Eligibility

State of South Carolina; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina seeks a Financial Aid Advisor to assist Midlands Technical College Airport Campus in guiding students and families through financial aid options and procedures.

The role involves evaluating eligibility, processing loan certifications, and ensuring conformity with federal, state and institutional guidelines. The incumbent will support policy implementation and conduct financial planning workshops for the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1 year of relevant program experience in student service programs/financial advising.

Responsibilities

• Advise students and parents regarding financial aid programs and procedures.
• Review and evaluate financial aid eligibility based on federal, state and institutional guidelines.
• Process loan certifications for Direct, PLUS, and alternative loans.
• Award and adjust aid in accordance with guidelines; adjust cost of attendance budgets.
• Authorize payments of financial aid and adjust student records.
• Assist with planning and implementing policies, procedures and processes of the Student Financial Services Office.
• Plan and participate in financial planning workshops for students, parents and community agencies.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

State of South Carolina seeks a Financial Aid Advisor to assist Midlands Technical College Airport Campus in guiding students and families through financial aid options and procedures.

The role involves evaluating eligibility, processing loan certifications, and ensuring conformity with federal, state and institutional guidelines. The incumbent will support policy implementation and conduct financial planning workshops for the community.