Graduate Financial Aid Counselor - Flexible Schedule

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University is hiring a Graduate Financial Aid Counselor to advise graduate students and families on aid options, verification, and disbursement processes. You will review applications, appeals, and coordinate with registrar, student accounts, and other offices to ensure timely funding.

The role requires knowledge of Title IV regulations and strong communication skills, with experience in PowerFAIDs, Banner, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Title IV regulations or related financial aid processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities with students and families.
• Experience in financial aid administration or college admissions.

Responsibilities

• Administer federal, state and institutional financial aid programs.
• Advise students and parents on aid options and billing procedures.
• Perform needs analysis, verifications and eligibility reviews.
• Coordinate with offices to ensure timely aid disbursement and compliance.
• Represent the office at events and support staff as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Telephone & email communication

Education

Associate's Degree or certificate program

Equivalent work experience

Tools

PowerFAIDs

Banner

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Northeastern University is hiring a Graduate Financial Aid Counselor to advise graduate students and families on aid options, verification, and disbursement processes. You will review applications, appeals, and coordinate with registrar, student accounts, and other offices to ensure timely funding.

The role requires knowledge of Title IV regulations and strong communication skills, with experience in PowerFAIDs, Banner, and Microsoft Office.