Scholarships & Financial Aid Counselor

University of New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU New Orleans seeks a Financial Aid Counselor/Scholarships to advise students and families on federal/state aid, loan programs, and scholarship opportunities. You will support eligibility reviews, disbursement, and scholarship delivery.

The role also involves coordinating with scholarship committees, monitoring budgets, preparing for audits, and assisting with enrollment and recruitment events while maintaining confidentiality and professional service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in higher education and familiarity with academic processes.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication; ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Advises and counsels students, parents and staff on federal/state aid programs.
• Assists with eligibility assessment, funds disbursement and aid reconciliation.
• Administers scholarships and coordinates with committees, bursar and college offices.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday

EDE Express

Microsoft Office

Job description

LSU New Orleans seeks a Financial Aid Counselor/Scholarships to advise students and families on federal/state aid, loan programs, and scholarship opportunities. You will support eligibility reviews, disbursement, and scholarship delivery.

The role also involves coordinating with scholarship committees, monitoring budgets, preparing for audits, and assisting with enrollment and recruitment events while maintaining confidentiality and professional service.