Edward Harper

Edward Harper has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Edward currently holds the position of Senior Associate Director of Financial Aid at Howard University, a role they started in 2022. Prior to this, they served as the Associate Director of Admissions - Dual Enrollment at Baltimore City Community College from 2021 to 2022.

From 2015 to 2021, Edward worked at Graduate School USA, where they held the positions of Senior Program Specialist and Recruitment Officer (Director Position). During their time there, they effectively implemented the Enrollment Management plan, assisted with staff trainings, and tracked recruitment and admissions activities.

Before joining Graduate School USA, Edward worked at American University as the Assistant Director of Financial Aid from 2007 to 2015. In this role, they oversaw funding and grants, reconciled funding for various agencies, and ensured the timely delivery of funds.

Edward's earlier experiences include working as an Independent Contractor at the National Head Start Association and as an Assistant Director of National College Fairs at the National Association for College Admission Counseling.

Edward also served as the Director of Recruitment & Admissions at the Washington Internship Institute from 2004 to 2006 and as the Assistant Director of Financial Aid at Duquesne University from 2000 to 2004.

Edward's career in the field of education and admissions began at Howard University, where they worked as a Recruitment Officer from 1998 to 2000. Prior to this, they were an Assistant Director of Admissions at LaSalle University from 1996 to 1998.

Overall, Edward Harper brings extensive experience in admissions, financial aid, recruitment, and program management to their current role at Howard University.

Edward Harper earned their Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management from the University of Pittsburgh between 1989 and 1994. Edward later pursued a Master of Science in Education degree with a concentration in Counseling from Duquesne University from 2000 to 2003.