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Lia Batista

Lia Batista

College Affordability Advisor

I am a College Affordability Advisor at uAspire, where I support students in the Succeed Program as they navigate the financial aid process and manage the cost of college. I guide students through FAFSA completion, scholarship searches, and emergency aid applications, helping them persist and complete their degrees without unnecessary financial barriers.

Before joining uAspire, I worked as a Patient Representative at Sun River Health Center, advocating for patients, communicating their needs to healthcare providers, and connecting them to essential resources. I also served as a Bridge Coach with the College & Career Bridge for All program through the NYC Department of Education, supporting recent high school graduates with postsecondary enrollment, FAFSA completion, and transition planning.

I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Binghamton University, State University of New York.

Why uAspire?


I chose to work at uAspire because I believe every student deserves the chance to pursue higher education without financial barriers. I’m passionate about empowering students with the knowledge and support they need to make informed decisions about college affordability and achieve their goals.