Financial Aid Counselor

Inside Higher Ed; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution seeks a Financial Aid Counselor to assist students and parents with financial aid processes. The role requires effective communication, organizational skills, and a Bachelor's degree, along with 1–2 years of experience in an academic environment. The ideal candidate will manage financial aid for various programs and coordinate workshops, contributing to an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in an academic environment or equivalent.
• Experience using computer systems and applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students and parents about financial aid process.
• Manage aid for BioMed Master’s programs and eligibility applications.
• Coordinate financial aid workshops and events.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Strong oral and written communication

Excellent organizational ability

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Federal EDE

Banner

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Job Summary

The Financial Aid Counselor is the first point of contact for the Office of Financial Aid (OFA) in The Warren Alpert Medical School. The role is responsible for counseling students and parents about all aspects of the financial aid process and directing the activities of the office. The Counselor manages aid for all BioMed Master’s programs and reviews aid applications for the MD population to determine federal loan eligibility. The Counselor meets with students enrolled in the Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME) prior to medical school to determine eligibility for need-based scholarships and loans upon matriculation. The Counselor manages student appointments and all communication OFA maintains with MD students throughout the year. The Counselor manages the medical school financial aid application cycle, works with the Banner BDMS system to organize and store documents in a paperless way, and arranges financial aid workshops and events. The Counselor has a comprehensive understanding of Banner and other OFA systems as the communications specialist for medical students seeking financial aid assistance.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students and parents about all aspects of the financial aid process.
• Manage aid for BioMed Master’s programs and review aid applications for MD students to determine federal loan eligibility.
• Meet with PLME students prior to medical school and determine eligibility for need-based scholarships and loans upon matriculation.
• Manage student appointments and all communications with MD students throughout the year.
• Oversee the medical school financial aid application cycle and coordinate with the Banner BDMS system to organize documents in a paperless environment.
• Arrange and schedule financial aid workshops and events.
• Serve as the communications contact for medical students seeking financial aid assistance.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree with 1–2 years of experience, preferably in an academic environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience using computer systems and applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Federal EDE, Banner, etc.) is preferred.

Job Competencies

• Effective interpersonal and strong oral and written communication skills to interact with prospective and current medical students and parents about sensitive information.
• Excellent organizational ability to manage workflows, maintain meticulous records, and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to make confident, independent decisions that provide prompt, high-quality service to students and other stakeholders.

Criminal Background And Education Check Required

Benefits of Working at Brown

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EEO Statement

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer. As an EEO employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

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Posted by the Brown University recruitment team.