Financial Aid Coordinator

Job Description

The Financial Aid Office is seeking a highly motivated, student-focused, and organized Financial
Aid Coordinator to join our team. This full-time position supports the daily operations of the
Financial Aid Office and assists prospective, current, and former students and families
throughout the financial aid process.

The Financial Aid Coordinator provides guidance regarding financial aid eligibility, application
procedures, verification requirements, financing options, and available federal, state,
institutional, and private aid programs. This role is responsible for reviewing financial aid
applications and supporting documentation, determining eligibility, packaging and revising
financial aid awards, and assisting students in resolving outstanding financial aid requirements.

The Coordinator serves as a primary point of contact for students and families through in-person,
phone, and email communication and is expected to provide exceptional customer service in a
fast-paced enrollment environment.

Additional responsibilities include coordinating the University's Federal Work Study program,
maintaining compliance with federal and institutional regulations, monitoring student eligibility,
supporting outreach and orientation activities, and assisting with general office operations within
the Center for Enrollment Services. Occasional evening or weekend attendance at enrollment
events, information sessions, and orientation programs may be required.

Qualified candidates should possess strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal
skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and
confidentiality. Previous experience in financial aid, higher education, student services, or a
related field is preferred.

This description is to be regarded as a general overview of the responsibilities required for this position. It is not intended as a contractual agreement; other related duties may be assigned.

If you found this job listing on an external site, please apply directly on the University's career page to be considered.

About Us

About Virginia Wesleyan University

Virginia Wesleyan University (vwu.edu) is Coastal Virginia's premier university of the liberal arts and sciences. Situated on a 300-acre park-like campus in Virginia Beach, VWU annually enrolls more than 5,000 learners in all programs in all locations, including nearly 1,700 students in undergraduate, graduate and online programs. Students thrive in average class sizes of 12, and nearly 90 percent of new graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within one year of graduation. Through its Environmental Guiding Principles, the University incorporates a commitment to sustainability in every aspect of campus life. VWU is an inclusive community dedicated to scholarship and service grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, inspiring students to build meaningful lives through engagement in Coastal Virginia's dynamic metropolitan region, the nation and the world.

Location


Virginia Wesleyan has often been defined by its desirable and unique location in Coastal Virginia. Located in Virginia Beach, the University is just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay on a beautiful 300-acre park-like campus. The area is home to a host of business, governmental, and cultural institutions, as well as rich historical and natural resources. Nestled in the heart of one of Virginia's largest metropolitan areas, Virginia Wesleyan is physically insulated from the bustle of the city traffic, and yet the vast resources of its surrounding urban area are easily accessible. Our region is proud of its vibrant city life, sandy beaches, and rich history. Learn more at visitvirginiabeach.com/explore.


Statement of Non-Discrimination
Virginia Wesleyan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, the presence of non-job-related medical disability, or any other legally protected status.