Financial Aid Advisor

🇺🇸 Las Cruces, New Mexico 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $44K 💻 Financial Aid 🗓️ August 24th, 2026

FERPA Financial Aid

Edtech.com's Summary

New Mexico State University is hiring a Financial Aid Advisor. The role involves advising students and families on financial aid options, reviewing applications, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and conducting outreach and training to support student success.

Highlights

Advise students on federal, state, institutional, and private financial aid options, including scholarships, loans, and work study.
Review FAFSA applications for eligibility, package and adjust awards according to regulations and changes in student status.
Manage and maintain accurate financial aid data records in compliance with FERPA and reporting systems.
Monitor Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), conduct appeals, and develop academic plans for students with SAP issues.
Stay current with financial aid regulations and implement policy changes university-wide.
Conduct presentations and outreach to prospective students, families, and university departments.
Provide specialized advising to veterans, undocumented students, graduate students, and others with unique circumstances.
Required education: Associate's degree plus 2 years relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree; Bachelor's preferred.
Work is performed in an office environment with light physical effort, including some lifting and walking.
Annual salary target is $43,908.80 under a full-time exempt appointment.