Financial Literacy
Financial education is a lifelong venture. A post-secondary education is an important and valuable cost for all adults in defining and/or redefining their career path.
Every student should explore their financial resources first and adhere to responsible borrowing if student loans are needed.
The resources below are listed in alphabetically order, do not represent any endorsement, and are provided for information and assistance only.
American Student Assistance
We use a unique continuum of guidance to help students manage their finances. Rather than providing tools and services with limited lengths of engagement-and therefore, limited effectiveness-our comprehensive solution lets students form a long-term relationship with a neutral third party that is qualified to assist them in becoming financially successful.
Please visit American Student Assistance to learn more.
Citizens Bank
Citizens Bank provides helpful tools and information for students and families through our interactive web site which offers a repayment calculator, basics on how to prevent student loan default, tips on how to create and use a budget, as well as helpful credit advice. In addition, MoneyHelp® is an easy-to-use online resource offering smart solutions, interactive tools and resources to help you gain control of your finances and give you peace of mind for the future.
NHHEAF Network Organizations
Borrow Responsibly: Campaign for Financial Literacy
The Organizations educate student and parent borrowers about the importance of borrowing responsibly. The campaign includes a series of brochures and Web-based tools to help borrowers become financially literate. In addition, a series of workshops for college students have been developed in partnership with Consumer Credit Counseling Service of NH/VT and are delivered throughout the state.
NSLP
NSLP provides a host of financial literacy services including in person seminars conducted by accredited financial counselors, train the trainer, webinars and thier premier online financial literacy tool "Financial Avenue".
SallieMae
SallieMae provides a wealth of information for financial literacy that includes seeking grants and scholarships first; exploring payment plans, being an educated borrower, monitoring your credit, and the importance of on-time repayment. Please visit www.salliemae.com/financialliteracy to learn more.
Wells Fargo Educational Financial Services
Free Tools (pdf) provides a variety of resources that guide students and families on the topic of financial education. It also includes a link to our free, non-commercial, and interactive
The Hands on Banking Program is a bilingual resource that is available online which is designed for multiple age groups to teach basic money skills.
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