Student Financial Aid Counselor: Help Students Thrive

cuchicago

River Forest (IL)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Concordia University Chicago is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to assist in a comprehensive aid program. You will counsel students on eligibility, verify data for federal/state funds, and provide information on aid options to diverse campus stakeholders.

You will stay current with regulations, assist with applications and audits, and contribute to institutional reporting. The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with Admissions, and support for the Lutheran university mission in River

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required with financial aid, student loan or student services experience preferred.
  • Understanding of Lutheran higher education and mission.
  • Knowledge of federal/state regulations related to financial aid.

Responsibilities

  • Receive, evaluate, and verify student data for financial aid awarding.
  • Counsel students on aid eligibility and process, and explain aid packages.
  • Attend workshops and stay current on federal and state regulations.
  • Perform file review, verification, and awarding of funds.
  • Assist with the financial aid application process and audits.
  • Gather data for institutional and governmental reports.
  • Serve as a resource for Admissions offices.
  • Interpret and explain financial aid to students, faculty, and staff.
  • Duties assigned by the Director of Financial Aid.

Skills

Customer service
Decision making
Detail oriented
Organizational skills
Interpersonal communication
Diverse communities
Relationship building
Banner knowledge
Excel
Word
Access

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Banner or similar financial aid technologies
Excel
Word
Access (report writing)

Job description

Concordia University Chicago is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to assist in a comprehensive aid program. You will counsel students on eligibility, verify data for federal/state funds, and provide information on aid options to diverse campus stakeholders.

You will stay current with regulations, assist with applications and audits, and contribute to institutional reporting. The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with Admissions, and support for the Lutheran university mission in River

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