Scholarship Coordinator
Conveniently located in Morris County with easy access to Routes 287, 280, 80, 10, 24, and the Convent Station train station, Saint Elizabeth University which was established in 1899 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth resides on 150 acres of picturesque rolling hills and lush woodlands. The University offers a quality education in the Catholic liberal arts tradition for students of diverse ages, backgrounds, and cultures.
SEU Mission & Commitment:
Founded by the Sisters of Charity in 1899, Saint Elizabeth University (SEU) is a community of learning in the Catholic liberal arts tradition for students of diverse ages, backgrounds, and cultures. SEU is devoted to providing educational and career training opportunities to traditionally underserved communities and is characterized by mall class sizes and a highly communal student-centered culture emphasizing individualized attention. SEU is a federally designated Minority-Serving and Hispanic-Serving Institution. Our traditional undergraduate population is 38 percent Black and our total enrollment is 30percent Hispanic, while 47 percent of our students are first-generation college students .In addition, 76 percent of our first-time freshmen are low-income students eligible for federal Pell funding; many come to us with unique challenges related to their financial, social, academic, mental and physical health. Saint Elizabeth University seeks to foster and maintain a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. SEU has long preserved its legacy of providing quality education and access for underserved populations, particularly in fields and career paths traditionally beyond the reach of marginalized and often disenfranchised communities. In our traditional co-educational undergraduate enrollment today, women outnumber men two-to-one. SEU has a long legacy of educating women who thrive in STEM and healthcare professions and continues to produce diverse women and men as leaders equipped with a deeper appreciation of inclusion in its various forms. We strive to ensure that all graduates realize their potential through hard work and an exceptional education that is unimpeded by irrational self-doubt or societal biases.
The Scholarship Coordinator at Saint Elizabeth University manages the critical intersection between donor intent and student support. This role is responsible for the comprehensive administration of the University’s donor-funded scholarship programs. By ensuring a seamless application and awarding process, the Coordinator helps the University fulfill its commitment to student success and donor stewardship.
Key Responsibilities
Scholarship Administration
- Manage the end-to-end process for donor-funded scholarships, including application setup, promotion, selection, awarding, and renewal cycles.
- Maintain and audit scholarship data, eligibility criteria, and award records within both the student information and advancement systems.
- Ensure all awards are made in strict accordance with established scholarship terms and institutional policies.
Coordination & Compliance
- Coordinate scholarship review committees to facilitate fair, timely, and policy-compliant selection decisions.
- Serve as the primary liaison between donors, advancement staff, financial aid, and academic units regarding scholarship terms and stewardship requirements.
- Monitor student eligibility throughout the academic year to ensure ongoing compliance for scholarship renewals.
Stewardship & Communication
- Collaborate with the Advancement team to provide donors with updates on scholarship recipients and the impact of their philanthropy.
- Assist in the collection of thank-you letters and other stewardship materials from scholarship recipients.
- Respond to inquiries from students and faculty regarding scholarship opportunities and application procedures.
Salary Range: $50,000 – $60,000
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in higher education administration, financial aid, or nonprofit stewardship is required.
- Exceptional organizational skills and high attention to detail for managing complex data sets.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to act as a bridge between diverse departments and external donors.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel for data management and auditing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with student information systems (SIS) or donor management databases.
- Familiarity with financial aid regulations and scholarship awarding best practices.
- Proven ability to manage committee-based decision-making processes.
Why Choose Saint Elizabeth University?
Saint Elizabeth University offers a positive work environment, dedicated leadership, faculty and staff who are committed to excellence, and an attractive benefits and compensation package.
Full-time Faculty and Staff Benefits Include:
- Employer-Subsidized Health Care Plan
- Dental and Vision Plan
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance at No Cost
- Supplemental Insurance Available for Employee, Spouse and Dependents
- Other Voluntary Plans (Legal, Identify-Theft, Accident, Critical Care, etc.)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Remission for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents
- Tuition Exchange Program offering Reciprocal Scholarships Nationwide at 600+ Colleges and Universities
- Paid State and Federal holidays, as well as the week before and the week after Christmas off with pay
- Paid Days Off on Fridays in the Summer Months
- Birthday as a Paid Day Off
- Vacation Days
- Sick Days
- Employee Discount Program
How to Apply
- Applications should consist of a cover letter, resume, proof of certifications and three professional references with email addresses and/or telephone numbers.
- Saint Elizabeth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.
- Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- Saint Elizabeth University is a designated minority serving undergraduate institution.
EEO/AA Statement:
Saint Elizabeth University aspires to create a community based on the collaboration, innovation, creativity and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas – an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspective, backgrounds and experiences flourish. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all individuals feel and experience an environment where they are welcome, safe, secure, and heard. As such All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. Any information provided will be used only in the compliance of data for EEO/Affirmative Action reporting. Completion of this data is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment and/or terms or conditions of employment.
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