Financial Aid Coordinator - Study Abroad & Veterans Support

Northeastern Illinois University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State benefits

Equal Opportunity employer

Job summary

Northeastern Illinois University seeks a Financial Aid Advisor to advise, evaluate and package applicants for student financial aid. You will collaborate with International Programs and Veteran Services on award priorities and Cost of Attendance adjustments.

The role includes processing aid files, reviewing appeals, certifying loan eligibility, and conducting workshops on financial aid, study abroad and veteran student funding, while ensuring compliance with federal/state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years combined education/experience in office or customer service.
• One (1) year of higher education, student services, or closely related experience.

Responsibilities

• Advising students/parents on financial aid programs and required documents.
• Processing and packaging of student financial aid files.
• Reviewing appeal petitions for SAP and related standards.
• Assisting with loan eligibility certification and related workshops.
• Conducting workshops on financial aid, study abroad and veteran programs.
• Communicating with International Programs and Veteran Services.

Skills

Advising & mentoring

Student services

Budgeting

Communication

Workshop facilitation

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Northeastern Illinois University seeks a Financial Aid Advisor to advise, evaluate and package applicants for student financial aid. You will collaborate with International Programs and Veteran Services on award priorities and Cost of Attendance adjustments.

The role includes processing aid files, reviewing appeals, certifying loan eligibility, and conducting workshops on financial aid, study abroad and veteran student funding, while ensuring compliance with federal/state guidelines.