Bowie State University · 1 month ago
Financial Aid Advisor
Bowie, MD
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$55K/yr - $60K/yrBowie State University is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor to provide guidance and support to students and their families in navigating the financial aid process. The advisor will help secure funding for students, educate them on available financial aid options, and maintain knowledge of relevant policies and regulations.
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Responsibilities
Guide students and parents(families) through the financial aid process, including the completion of relevant forms such as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Inform and educate students and parents (families) about different types of financial aid available, such as scholarships, grants, and loans
Communicate with students about their financial aid package and any adjustments that may occur
Assist students with loan applications, entrance and exit counseling, and debt management
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and institutional financial aid policies and regulations
Coordinate with other departments in the institution, including the admissions and registrar’s offices, to ensure accuracy in student records
Help students understand the implications of their financial decisions, promoting responsible borrowing
Responds to all student communication (email/phone calls) within 24 to 48 hours
Conduct scheduled appointments with new and continuing students
Conduct financial aid presentations and workshops for prospective and current students
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Preferred
Previous experience in financial aid counseling or a related field is preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Prescription
Long-term disability
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Life insurance
Paid time for paid sick leave
Annual leave
Personal leave
12 paid holidays per year
Tuition remission
Employer-funded pension
Supplemental retirement account
Company
Bowie State University
Bowie State University is a school in Bowie.
Founded in 1865
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$5.63MKey Investors
Maryland Higher Education CommissionNational Science FoundationMinority Business Development Agency
2025-06-04Grant· $2.2M
2024-07-03Grant
2023-01-12Grant· $2.1M
Leadership Team
Charles Adams
Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director
Maurice Tyler
Vice-President of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer
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