Get organized
Now is the time to get organized! Start learning effective money management here by designing your first budget with our step-by-step tutorial. Use the tools below for helpful information on simple basics on setting your priorities; finding the best bank; saving thousands of dollars by graduating in four years; and applying for scholarship aid that, unlike loans, does not need to be repaid.
Define your priorities
Inspiration to get your financial house in order
Keep debt levels manageable
Before signing the dotted line, determine how much debt is too much
Make a spending plan
Use this roadmap and these tools to track your spending and set up a realistic, useful plan
Plan for graduation in 4 years
Why planning to graduate in 4 years can save you BIG money
Understand financial aid
Understanding the types of aid will help in making the right decisions
Private Loan Facts
Background info on private student loans and important questions to ask before borrowing
Search for scholarships
You may qualify for money that never needs to be repaid
Borrow wisely
Find out how interest impacts your loan when you choose low payments over a longer repayment period
Choose a bank
What to look for in a financial institution
Store your documents
Develop a filing system that works for you