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Mississippi State University

Scholarship Counselor

🇺🇸 Starkville, MS

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Other

🗓️ June 25th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Mississippi State University is hiring a Scholarship Counselor. The role involves managing scholarship, state aid, and financial aid data entry, assisting students and parents with financial aid queries, and reviewing applicant files to determine eligibility consistent with institutional, state, and federal guidelines.

Highlights
  • Counsel students and parents regarding scholarships, state aid, and financial aid.
  • Evaluate and award financial aid eligibility in a timely and consistent manner.
  • Support development and revision of communication materials related to financial aid processes.
  • Maintain and update reports and databases using Banner, Academic Works, and Microsoft Access.
  • Collaborate with ITS to edit student records relevant to financial aid assessments.
  • Assist with Scholarship Awards and Appeals Committee procedures.
  • Require a Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field and two years of relevant experience.
  • Strong communication, analytical, organizational skills, and knowledge of federal financial aid regulations.
  • Salary classified as Grade 13 with specific ranges available from provided compensation structures.
  • Work within the Academic Affairs department focusing on scholarship and financial aid management.