Sacramento Ultrasound Institute · 2 months ago
Financial Aid Advisor
Sacramento Ultrasound Institute (SUI) is a private, post-secondary, accredited career college committed to preparing students for success in allied health professions. They are seeking a Financial Aid Advisor to help students navigate the financial aid process with care, accuracy, and integrity, supporting them from application to award management.
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Responsibilities
Guide students and families through the financial aid process, including FAFSA completion, verification, loan counseling, and funding options
Review and process financial aid applications in accordance with federal, state, and institutional regulations
Accurately determine student eligibility and create award packages that align with program structure and compliance requirements
Maintain up-to-date and compliant student financial aid records in the student information system (Orbund)
Counsel students regarding aid adjustments, repayment responsibilities, and satisfactory academic progress
Collaborate with Admissions, Registrar, and Student Accounts to ensure smooth student onboarding and funding disbursement
Monitor student eligibility and enrollment changes that affect aid awards, communicating any updates to students promptly
Support the Financial Aid Director with audits, and ongoing process improvements
Qualification
Required
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered
At least 1–2 years of financial aid experience in higher education, preferably in a private career school setting
Working knowledge of Title IV regulations, NSLDS, COD, and FAFSA processing
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and student information systems (experience with Orbund a plus)
Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold federal compliance standards