Financial Aid Specialist

🇺🇸 Manhattan, KS 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $18 - $23 per Hour 💻 Financial Aid 🗓️ April 25th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Kansas State University is hiring a Financial Aid Specialist. The role manages financial aid processing, verifies student data, and ensures the accurate awarding of federal, state, and institutional aid programs. The specialist also audits FAFSA information, resolves eligibility issues, and supports students through the financial aid process.

Highlights

Process financial aid files and maintain accurate student financial records.
Verify accuracy of FAFSA data and audit specific application fields.
Support federal work study, employee tuition benefits, and loan processing.
Review reports and queries targeting financial aid actions.
Use student aid databases provided by the U.S. Department of Education.
Minimum qualification: High school diploma or equivalent with three years relevant experience.
Preferred qualifications include an associate degree, business-related experience, financial aid office experience, and analytical skills.
Must not be in default on federal student loans or owe federal aid overpayments.
Hourly pay range: $18.04 - $23.00.
Works within the Office of Student Financial Assistance supporting students and families at Kansas State University.