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University of Texas Prepares Students for Their Financial Future Through Its Required Public Financial Management Course

University of Texas Prepares Students for Their Financial Future Through Its Required Public Financial Management Course

By: Ray FitzGerald, 12/7/2017

In a Nutshell: Many public affairs students at the University of Texas at Austin eye futures in government or nonprofit organizations. But before embarking on that journey, they must first grasp the intricacies of financial management and accounting that those jobs require. Led by distinguished professors, UT’s mandatory Public Financial Management Course covers the finer points of government revenues and expenditures, liabilities, managing assets, budgeting, and pensions, among... read more »

From Games and Comics to Financial Literacy Guides, Visa’s Practical Money Skills Program Educates Canadians of All Ages

From Games and Comics to Financial Literacy Guides, Visa’s Practical Money Skills Program Educates Canadians of All Ages

By: Kristine Crane, 11/15/2017

In a Nutshell: Taking advantage of modern technology, popular credit card network, Visa, is working to make learning about money more accessible and interactive. With its Practical Money Skills program, Visa offers a range of financial education resources designed to motivate and inspire, from adult-geared guides and tools for key topics, including budgeting and mortgages, to its child-friendly comics and video games, like FIFA World Cup™ Financial Soccer and Peter Pig’s Money... read more »

How Westminster Savings’ Student-Tailored Accounts Set Young Adults Up for Financial Success

How Westminster Savings’ Student-Tailored Accounts Set Young Adults Up for Financial Success

By: Ray FitzGerald, 9/28/2017

In a Nutshell: Westminster Savings is a nearly 75-year-old credit union serving the Metro Vancouver area. With four primary financial products targeted toward students and young adults, the credit union gives these members access to high-interest savings rates, revolving lines of credit, and other opportunities to build a credit profile before entering the workforce. As a unique offering, the credit union’s student Visa credit card also adds $1,000 in mobile device coverage at no... read more »

Travel the World on a College Budget: StudentUniverse Saves Students Up to 40% on Flights & Accommodations

Travel the World on a College Budget: StudentUniverse Saves Students Up to 40% on Flights & Accommodations

By: Sean Garrity, 5/1/2017

In a Nutshell: Jetting across the globe is an enriching experience for anyone. For college students who are still forming their opinions on the world, traveling abroad can be life changing. The only drawback, however, is that it can be very expensive, and most people on a collegiate budget have modest financial reserves at best. StudentUniverse is an online travel-booking service that provides students with access to specialty pricing on flights, hotels, and tours, saving them up to... read more »

SelfScore Offers International Students $500-$1,500 Credit Limits — No Social Security Number or Credit History Required

SelfScore Offers International Students $500-$1,500 Credit Limits — No Social Security Number or Credit History Required

By: Amber Brooks, 6/20/2016

In a Nutshell: Twenty years ago, Kalpesh Kapadia was an international student at Carnegie Mellon struggling to build credit in a system that was utterly foreign to him. Feeling the frustration and confusion some students go through, he was inspired to create a solution. Kalpesh began SelfScore to fix a financial system that's often unfair to international students. The SelfScore MasterCard offers an intial credit line of up to $1500 with no annual fee and an easy sign-up process... read more »

With Your Interests in Mind, CommonBond Funds the Education of Students From All Walks of Life

With Your Interests in Mind, CommonBond Funds the Education of Students From All Walks of Life

By: Amber Brooks, 3/31/2016

In a Nutshell: CommonBond refinances student loans in a simple online process. Customer-friendly and community-minded, the team at CommonBond assists students across the nation and around the globe. This company is more than just a transaction. Using a one-for-one model, for every loan it funds, CommonBond will fund a child's education in Ghana. This Social Promise sets CommonBond apart from the typical lender and underscores the company's overall commitment to funding education... read more »

3 Best Capital One Cards for Beginners (Oct. 2023)

3 Best Capital One Cards for Beginners (Oct. 2023)

By: Linsey Knerl, 12/17/2015

Capital One is a leading credit card company with a wide range of cards, so determining the best Capital One card for a beginner largely depends on the individual's unique circumstances. Establishing a healthy credit history is one of the best first steps a young adult can take to building a secure financial future. Choosing the best card, however, is not always easy, especially when not all cards are created to be friendly to first-time cardholders. We’ve broken down some of the... read more »

6 edX Courses That Can Change Your Financial Future — Led by the World’s Top Professors, For Free

6 edX Courses That Can Change Your Financial Future — Led by the World’s Top Professors, For Free

By: Ashley Fricker, 8/10/2015

In a Nutshell: edX.org is an innovative online learning destination where anyone can access free classes taught by professors from the finest universities, colleges and educational institutions in the world. Out of 48 courses in the economics and finance space, and 582 current offerings overall, we’ve narrowed down the best of the best for individuals who want to improve their financial literacy and reach their monetary goals. If advice and guidance from world-renowned experts in... read more »

7 Best Credit Cards for Students (Oct. 2023)

7 Best Credit Cards for Students (Oct. 2023)

By: CardRates.com Staff, 10/28/2014

The best credit cards for students are only a few clicks away for certain secondary education pupils out there. Student credit cards are a great way to begin building credit history and start off on the right financial path. Wise credit use can establish a good credit score early that will help you get a job, rent an apartment, and get good rates on insurance. But with so many to choose from, how do you begin your search for the best student credit card? Here are some tips to... read more »

4 Reasons Why Paying for College with Credit Cards is the Worst

4 Reasons Why Paying for College with Credit Cards is the Worst

By: Alexandra Leslie, 10/14/2014

In an ideal world, college tuition is paid with scholarship funds or saved cash. Student loans are the next best thing. If you’re tempted to reach for your credit card the next time you or your child’s tuition is due, think again. A new study reveals the credit card processing fees charged by most colleges and universities are costly and may negate any rewards benefit. The study examined tuition payments at 300 private, public and community colleges, choosing the largest 100... read more »

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