Student Financial Aid Advisor: Help Diverse Learners Thrive

ECPI University; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition scholarship

Medical/dental plans

PTO & holidays

401(k) participation

Job summary

ECPI University in Columbia, SC, seeks a Financial Assistance Advisor to provide financial aid support and counseling to incoming and current students. The role oversees daily processing flow, communicates updates, and guides students through the financial aid process with strong communication and data-analysis skills.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor’s degree (preferred) and 2–3 years of related experience, with proficiency in MS Office and CampusVue.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of related experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Advises students about paying for education, financial aid eligibility, procedures, programs, costs, indebtedness and planning.
• Collects and analyzes financial data to determine eligibility and makes awards within guidelines.
• Evaluates documentation and makes adjustments to costs or status as needed.
• Answers questions from students, parents, or guardians regarding financial aid programs.
• Analyzes system reports to verify continued eligibility and notifies students of changes.
• Interfaces with students, lenders, employers and staff to resolve concerns.

Skills

Microsoft Office

CampusVue

AI tools

Oral & written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

2-3 years experience

Tools

CampusVue

AI tools

Job description

ECPI University in Columbia, SC, seeks a Financial Assistance Advisor to provide financial aid support and counseling to incoming and current students. The role oversees daily processing flow, communicates updates, and guides students through the financial aid process with strong communication and data-analysis skills.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor’s degree (preferred) and 2–3 years of related experience, with proficiency in MS Office and CampusVue.