Financial Literacy

There's so much to consider when it comes to getting ready for college: where to go, what to study, how to apply, how to pay for it all and, most importantly, how to make the most out of your education and money.

Student Financial Aid Services wants to empower our students with financial literacy so that anyone who uses financial aid will be able to understand and develop debt management skills.

Take control of your finances by:

• Creating a budget
• Understanding your loan repayment options
• Estimating your monthly payments for your loan
• Keeping track of how much money you owe
• Staying updated with your credit reports
• Knowing your expected salary for your career

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For more information about financial literacy, visit:

• Smart Student Loan Borrowing: Learn about the terms and conditions of your loan. Make your payments on time. Don't take any chances.
• MyMoney.Gov: Starting point for information intended by the US government to help improve the financial literacy and education of persons in the United States. Includes information on borrowing, saving and investing, and tools to help you with financial success.
• Preparing for College: A list of steps prepared by Federal Student Aid to help you start your milestone in higher education.
• Disputing a Federal Student Loan: Information about how to contact the Federal Student Aid (FSA) Ombudsman Group of the U.S. Department of Education (ED) if you are not satisfied with your loan dispute resolution.

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Updated January 20, 2023