Erica Shafer

Erica Shafer is an accomplished financial aid professional with extensive experience spanning over 15 years. Currently serving as the Interim Co-Director of Financial Aid at Colorado College, Erica manages a program responsible for awarding $50 million in funding while navigating regulatory changes and challenges. Prior roles at Colorado College include Associate Director of Financial Aid Systems & Compliance and Associate Director of Financial Aid, where Erica focused on database management, compliance, and the oversight of student employment programs. Previous positions include consulting for Western State Colorado University and serving in various roles at the University of Denver, where significant responsibilities included compliance, policy formulation, and advising. Erica's educational background includes an International MBA and a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from the University of Denver, along with study abroad experience at Peking University in Chinese Politics and Mandarin Chinese.