Financial Aid Counselor I

About the Role

The Financial Aid Counselor is a primary point of contact for students and families seeking assistance with the educational expenses of attending Tulane University.

Responsibilities

• Process financial aid applications from initial needs analysis to packaging offers of assistance.
• Counsel students regarding student loans, scholarships, grants, and employment programs.
• Interpret rationale behind student budgets, need analysis computations, and all program regulations.
• Assist in monitoring aid eligibility and academic progress requirements.
• Manage special projects, which may include:
  • Creating and designing publications.
  • Editing and producing presentations, including web pages.
  • Planning special events both on and off campus.
  • Serving as liaison with several university departments.
  • Serving on university committees.
  • Supervising operations staff and student employees on specific projects.
  • Serving as a point of contact for the university to outside agencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; or one to two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred Qualification:
  • One (1) year of experience or educational training in student affairs, counseling, accounting, or related fields for those holding a bachelor’s degree.
  • Ten (10) years of experience or educational training in financial aid counseling for those holding only a high school diploma/equivalent.

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.