• Enrollment Specialist - School of Nursing

    UPMC (Altoona, PA)


    Join the Launch of a Transformative Nursing Program as Our Financial Aid Coordinator

     

    UPMC Altoona is excited to introduce the UPMC Mercy School of Nursing at Altoona, a dynamic 16-month diploma program designed to elevate the next generation of nurses in our region. As we prepare to welcome our inaugural class in Fall 2026, we're seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Financial Aid Coordinator or Enrollment Specialist or to help shape the student experience from day one.

     

    _Candidates will be placed into the appropriate job title (Financial Aid Coordinator or Enrollment Specialist) based on experience & education. Note: Salary information listed on this job posting reflects the Financial Aid Coordinator title._

     

    Why This Role Matters

     

    This is more than a job-it's a chance to be part of something new and impactful. You'll play a vital role in guiding students through the financial aid process, helping them access the resources they need to pursue a career in nursing. Your work will directly support the success of our students and the growth of our program.

    Responsibilities:

    + Administers the student financial aid program at the UPMC schools of nursing.

    + Provides financial aid and assistance to eligible students and maintains financial aid records.

    + First point of contact for current and incoming students with questions pertaining to financial aid

    + Starts and maintains financial aid records on paper and within the CampusVue Student Information System

    + Contacts current and incoming students about Financial Aid missing/incomplete documents, follow-ups with students as needed

    + Responsible for paperwork related to the origination and disbursement of financial aid for all current students who request Financial Aid

    + Assists current and graduating students with payment plans

    + Assists with the recruitment activities for the schools through attendance of Information sessions or answer individual questions from potential students

    + Completes special projects and assignments as directed.

    *Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.

    *Performs other duties as assigned.

    Requirements for Enrollment Specialist title:

    + High School Degree or related is required.

    + Post-secondary Education administration experience is required.

    + Knowledge of computers and ability to assist others with computer use is required.

    Requirements for Financial Aid Coordinator title:

    + Bachelor's degree is required.

    + 3 years of experience in hospital/school finance and budgets are required.

    + Student admissions and financial aid administration experience is required.

    + 3 years of experience in financial aid administration within a higher education setting is strongly preferred.

    + Knowledge of computers and ability to assist others with computer use is required.

    + Student management system experience and fluency in Excel is preferred.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

    + Act 33 with renewal

    + Act 34 with renewal

    + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

     

    UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran