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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 at the links 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

Make a semester 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 financial aid aids 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

Figure out a filing system that works