Student Financial Aid Counselor - Scholarships & Support

Wheeling; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeling University in Wheeling, WV is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to guide students and families through the financial aid process and help maximize available resources for education. You will assist with FAFSA submissions, determine eligibility, and communicate aid packages clearly.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and familiarity with federal/state aid programs, with a focus on confidentiality and customer service in a fast-paced university setting.

Qualifications

• Provide comprehensive financial aid counseling to prospective and current students and their families.
• Evaluate financial aid eligibility based on federal, state, and institutional guidelines.
• Award financial aid packages and communicate with students regarding their awards, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study opportunities.
• Stay current on changes and updates to financial aid regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with other university departments to ensure a seamless financial aid process for students.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive financial aid counseling to prospective and current students and their families.
• Assist students in completing financial aid applications, including FAFSA and other required forms.
• Evaluate financial aid eligibility based on federal, state, and institutional guidelines.
• Award financial aid packages and communicate with students regarding their awards, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study opportunities.
• Stay current on changes and updates to financial aid regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with other university departments to ensure a seamless financial aid process for students.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Discretion / confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Ellucian Colleague

Job description

Wheeling University in Wheeling, WV is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to guide students and families through the financial aid process and help maximize available resources for education. You will assist with FAFSA submissions, determine eligibility, and communicate aid packages clearly.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and familiarity with federal/state aid programs, with a focus on confidentiality and customer service in a fast-paced university setting.