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Financial Aid Counselor green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 path, requiring PERM labor certification before your employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Colleges, universities, and nonprofit student services organizations regularly sponsor this role for foreign professionals with counseling credentials and a qualifying degree.
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Non-Discrimination Statement
The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.
The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (NDAH Policy) or the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy (SHSM Policy). Anyone who has questions about the above referenced policies, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policies should contact:
Elizabeth M. Garcia
Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Compliance & Title IX
Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315
elizabeth.garcia2@scranton.edu
(570) 941-6645
https://www.scranton.edu/compliance-titleix/
The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.
University Mission
The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision of Saint Ignatius Loyola, a tradition of excellence, and a commitment to the common good. The University is a community dedicated to the formation of students, and to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share its life.
Department
Financial Aid
Job Purpose:
To provide the delivery of financial assistance to new and continuing applicants and loan processing.
Essential Duties:
- Review and award financial aid packages in compliance with federal, state and institutional policies and guidelines
- Responsible to research student loan records with National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) and Common Origination and Disbursement (COD), including updating any required data and reconciling records
- Develop and monitor student cost of attendance budgets, and set up aid/loan periods for designated students performing Return to Title IV Refunds for students
- Award graduate PLUS Loans and back-up for awarding undergraduate PLUS Loans
- Provide loan exit counseling information to students withdrawing or graduating
- Counsel prospective, new, current students and parents in person and in group settings concerning application, eligibility, status, and awarding of financial aid and financing programs as well as general inquiries
- Verification and evaluation of student application data using federal tax information, asset review forms, household size/number in college form and other verification documents to determine eligibility for federal, state and institutional need-based assistance
- Resolve Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), application problems and resolution of edit messages, including citizenship and National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS)
- Monitor student outside resources and determine impact on financial aid assistance
- Serve as liaison and/or committee member with various internal and external constituencies, as required
Additional Skills Required:
- Maintain knowledge and proficiency with technological skills required for performance of general and program specific duties used for the administration of financial aid, including but not limited to knowledge and proficiency of federal, state and institutional aid programs
- Proficient user of MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Familiarity with relational databases and other recruitment systems, Banner preferred
- Excellent organizational skills
- Must maintain highest levels of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to support the University's commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture
- Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the University's Catholic and Jesuit mission
Minimum Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of one (1) year of experience in financial aid counseling, customer service, or a related field required. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in financial aid or a closely related field will be considered.
Minimum Job Experience Requirements:
If you possess a bachelor's degree, a minimum of one (1) year of experience in financial aid counseling, customer service, or a related field is required. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in financial aid or a closely related field will be considered.
University Classification: Professional
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Schedule/Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional hours as required.
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Annual Schedule: 12
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Posting Number: S1089P
Open Date: 11/09/2026
Close Date: 11/23/2026
Open Until Filled: No
To apply, visit https://universityofscrantonjobs.com/postings/9167
Financial Aid Counselor
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.
The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (NDAH Policy) or the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy (SHSM Policy). Anyone who has questions about the above referenced policies, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policies should contact:
Elizabeth M. Garcia
Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Compliance & Title IX
Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315
elizabeth.garcia2@scranton.edu
(570) 941-6645
https://www.scranton.edu/compliance-titleix/
The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.
University Mission
The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision of Saint Ignatius Loyola, a tradition of excellence, and a commitment to the common good. The University is a community dedicated to the formation of students, and to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share its life.
Department
Financial Aid
Job Purpose:
To provide the delivery of financial assistance to new and continuing applicants and loan processing.
Essential Duties:
- Review and award financial aid packages in compliance with federal, state and institutional policies and guidelines
- Responsible to research student loan records with National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) and Common Origination and Disbursement (COD), including updating any required data and reconciling records
- Develop and monitor student cost of attendance budgets, and set up aid/loan periods for designated students performing Return to Title IV Refunds for students
- Award graduate PLUS Loans and back-up for awarding undergraduate PLUS Loans
- Provide loan exit counseling information to students withdrawing or graduating
- Counsel prospective, new, current students and parents in person and in group settings concerning application, eligibility, status, and awarding of financial aid and financing programs as well as general inquiries
- Verification and evaluation of student application data using federal tax information, asset review forms, household size/number in college form and other verification documents to determine eligibility for federal, state and institutional need-based assistance
- Resolve Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), application problems and resolution of edit messages, including citizenship and National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS)
- Monitor student outside resources and determine impact on financial aid assistance
- Serve as liaison and/or committee member with various internal and external constituencies, as required
Additional Skills Required:
- Maintain knowledge and proficiency with technological skills required for performance of general and program specific duties used for the administration of financial aid, including but not limited to knowledge and proficiency of federal, state and institutional aid programs
- Proficient user of MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Familiarity with relational databases and other recruitment systems, Banner preferred
- Excellent organizational skills
- Must maintain highest levels of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to support the University's commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture
- Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the University's Catholic and Jesuit mission
Minimum Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of one (1) year of experience in financial aid counseling, customer service, or a related field required. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in financial aid or a closely related field will be considered.
Minimum Job Experience Requirements:
If you possess a bachelor's degree, a minimum of one (1) year of experience in financial aid counseling, customer service, or a related field is required. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in financial aid or a closely related field will be considered.
University Classification: Professional
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Schedule/Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional hours as required.
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Annual Schedule: 12
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Posting Number: S1089P
Open Date: 11/09/2026
Close Date: 11/23/2026
Open Until Filled: No
To apply, visit https://universityofscrantonjobs.com/postings/9167
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Financial Aid Counselor
Align your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 covers a master's degree in counseling, student affairs, or education, while EB-3 covers a bachelor's degree. Pull your foreign transcripts and have them evaluated by a NACES-accredited agency before your employer files PERM, since credential gaps stall the process.
Target higher education institutions with PERM history
Colleges and universities are among the most consistent PERM sponsors for Financial Aid Counselor roles. Focus your search on institutions with dedicated HR departments and in-house immigration counsel, as they're structured to manage the multi-step DOL recruitment and filing requirements.
Search verified sponsors using Migrate Mate
Find employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history for Financial Aid Counselor and related student services roles by searching Migrate Mate, which lists U.S. employers by role and location based on verified DOL filing data.
Understand what PERM recruitment requires from employers
Your employer must run a DOL-mandated recruitment test before filing PERM, posting the role across specific channels and documenting that no qualified U.S. worker was available. Any misstep resets the clock, so confirm your prospective employer has done this before.
Check your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
Once your I-140 is approved, your priority date determines when you can file for adjustment of status. Nationals of India and China often face multi-year backlogs in EB-2 and EB-3, so request your PERM filing date from your employer and track it monthly against the USCIS Visa Bulletin.
Use OFLC Wage Search to verify prevailing wage before negotiating
PERM requires your offered salary to meet the DOL prevailing wage for Financial Aid Counselor roles in your work location. Run a lookup on OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code before entering salary discussions, so your offer doesn't fall below the threshold and require a costly re-filing.
Green Card Financial Aid Counselor: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category typically applies to Financial Aid Counselor roles?
Most Financial Aid Counselor positions qualify under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree, or EB-2 if the role requires a master's degree in counseling, student affairs, or a related field, or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. Your employer must document the minimum requirements in the PERM job description before filing with the Department of Labor.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to permanent residence rather than temporary status. The process involves PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, and then adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals of India and China can face significant priority-date backlogs before they can file the final step.
What does the PERM recruitment process require for a Financial Aid Counselor position?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-prescribed recruitment test, advertising the role through mandatory channels including newspaper ads and an internal job posting, and document that no minimally qualified U.S. workers applied and were rejected for lawful reasons. The recruitment window must be completed before the PERM application is submitted to the Department of Labor.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for this role?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by job title and location. Colleges, universities, and nonprofit student services organizations tend to be the most consistent sponsors for Financial Aid Counselor roles, as they have established immigration processes and HR infrastructure to manage PERM filings.
Can I change employers after my green card sponsorship is underway?
AC21 job portability lets you change employers once your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupation. If you move before that threshold, you'll generally need a new PERM and I-140. A previously approved I-140 can carry your priority date to the new employer's petition, protecting your place in the queue.