Jason Charlton is an experienced professional in the field of student financial assistance, currently serving as Branch Chief and Senior Institutional Review Specialist at the U.S. Department of Education since August 2010. Responsibilities include conducting program reviews, analyzing institutional applications for federal participation, and preparing compliance reports for postsecondary educational institutions. Prior to this role, Jason served as Assistant Director at Northwestern University, managing various financial aid programs and training staff. Jason began a career in financial aid as a Senior Financial Aid Advisor at AIU-Online, providing guidance and support to students throughout the financial aid process. Jason earned a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Augustana College in 2003.