Meet the Financial Aid Team
Meet the Financial Aid Team
- Financial Aid
- Meet the Financial Aid Team
- The FAFSA
- Checklist – Graduate Students
- Checklist – Undergraduate Students
- Verification Information & Forms
- Special Circumstances for Financial Aid
- Student Loans & Eligibility
- Financial Aid Forms
- Financial Support for Veterans
- Net Price Calculator
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Scholarships
- Tuition, Scholarships & Aid
The Financial Aid Team responded to the question, “What is your favorite part about working with students during the financial aid process, and what advice would you give to students regarding access to financial aid?” Here are their answers.
To contact the Financial Aid Team, please email sfs@queens.edu or call 704-337-2225.

Derrick Everhart
Director, Financial Aid
Answer: Helping students and families successfully navigate the financial aid process is incredibly rewarding. We’re your partners, here for you every step of the way.

Linda Stein
Associate Director, Financial Aid
Answer: Working behind the scenes to ensure students receive the most timely and accurate financial aid offers.

Alex Kozin
Senior Assistant Director, Financial Aid
Focus: Counseling, Graduate students, ABSN students, Verification
Answer: My favorite part of working with students is helping them understand financial aid and costs. My advice to students is to seek external scholarships and apply for as many as they can, and to always ask questions.

Ryan Huguenin
Assistant Director, Financial Aid
Focus: Athletics
Answer: I enjoy working with students and seeing worry and disappointment become relief and joy when we can help a student afford their education is the best. Don’t be afraid to ask for help!

James Reynolds
Counselor, Financial Aid
Focus: Student Employment, VA Financial Aid
Answer: Financial aid can be confusing and stressful; that’s why I enjoy breaking down complex information into clear, manageable steps so students understand their options and can make informed decisions about their education. My advice to students is to start early and never assume you’re not eligible for aid!