Scholarship Coordinator

LSA Scholarships champions the liberal arts at the University of Michigan by providing the financial resources that lead to undergraduate opportunities for learning, engagement, and experiences that will lead to student success and empowerment. We believe deeply in the transformative power of LSA's research and education, so we work to the highest standards of excellence with the conviction that what we do matters to our students, the College of LSA, and the world.

As part of LSA Undergraduate Education, the LSA Scholarships Team fosters a welcoming and supportive student community for students from all backgrounds by providing access, opportunity, and resources at one of the nation's preeminent public liberal arts colleges. Our office is a dynamic, friendly work environment that values innovation, initiative, collaboration, and teamwork, and respect.

We seek a Scholarship Coordinator who is responsible for oversight of three scholarship programs and support for additional scholarship programs throughout the calendar year. This role involves managing and updating scholarship application materials, participating in the application review and decision-making process for awarding need-based scholarships to LSA students, and outreach to students and departments to increase awareness of funding opportunities. Candidates should have an innovative approach to work and enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a commitment to creating access to opportunities for a diverse population of LSA students.

The Scholarship Coordinator reports to the Director of the LSA Scholarships Office.

The LSA Scholarships Office seeks a dedicated and detail-oriented Scholarship Coordinator to oversee three scholarship programs and provide support for additional scholarship programs throughout the calendar year. This position plays a key role in ensuring that financial resources are effectively distributed to LSA students while also enhancing outreach efforts to increase awareness of funding opportunities.

The Scholarship Coordinator will manage and update scholarship application materials, participate in the application review and decision-making process for awarding need-based scholarships, and lead the annual Fall Scholarship Event. The ideal candidate will have an innovative approach to work, thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and demonstrate a strong commitment to creating access to opportunities for a diverse population of LSA students.

• Lead three of the LSA Scholarship programs
  • LSA Internship (domestic), overseeing the application process, awarding, and administration while supporting the Scholarship team in reviewing applications as needed.
  • LSA Spring/Summer Scholarships Program, coordinating with academic units to facilitate funding for departmental programs such as Camp Davis, the Biological Station, Semester in Detroit, and Kitt Peak Observatory.
  • LSA Transfer Scholarship Program, including the administration of the two-year automatic renewal process, ensuring seamless support for eligible students.
• Review and assess individual scholarship applications, determining eligibility based on need-based funding requirements.
• Access, interpret, and evaluate student financial aid packages to make informed scholarship decisions.
• Ensure timely awarding and accurate recipient matching to donor gift accounts and general scholarship funds.
• Maintain and interpret scholarship criteria and guidelines within the Scholarship Application system.
• Ensure deadlines are met and awarding is done on time by proactively managing scholarship timelines, including application openings, review periods, selection deadlines, and award disbursement dates.
• Ensure accurate records of awards are maintained to facilitate stewardship efforts and assist students throughout the application process.
• Develop and maintain a scholarship calendar to track key milestones and ensure alignment with financial aid disbursement schedules.
• Coordinate with relevant departments, faculty, and staff to streamline the awarding process and avoid delays.
• Identify and address any potential roadblocks in the awarding process to maintain efficiency and equity in distribution.
• Engage directly with internal and external audiences to promote funding resources and programming available.
• Collaborate with the Director to determine annual budget and awarding goals by analyzing historical data, projected funding availability, and student demand for scholarships.
• Monitor spending and awarding trends throughout the year to make data-driven recommendations for adjustments as needed.
• Stay apprised of state/national issues and best practices in admissions, recruitment, scholarships, study abroad, and financial aid.
• Create, update, and develop communications relevant to programs in partnership with Communications Coordinator.
• Develop, update, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), manuals, and workflow documentation to ensure consistency,…