Resources for College Students

Some say that college will be what you make of it, and we want to make sure you have the best experience possible. Whether you’re stepping onto campus for the first time or you’re getting ready to walk across the stage, these free resources can help you manage this stage of your life.
 

Student Loans & Saving on Tuition

• The Sallie Mae Scholarship Search Tool: this free tool is open to both members and non-members and provides access to over $18 billion in scholarships. Start your search today!
• Visit hvcu.org/Scholarships to access our College Savings Calculator, Full-Time Student Budget Calculator, and more scholarship and grant opportunities!
• Quck reads: 5 Ways to Lower the Cost of Tuition Before Considering a Student Loan, and Ways to Save on College Tuition.
• Keep the 5 Things to Know Before Taking out a Student Loan fact sheet handy as you explore your payment options.
• We've also compiled a list of 5 tips to help you get a better understanding of student loans. 

 

Living on Your Own

• Check out these 5 Tips for Preparing Your Post College Budget.
• Explore how to manage and track your bills while living independently.
• Ready to rent? Make sure you know the key questions to ask before signing your lease agreement.
• Determine your budget, apartment affordability, expenses and more with this infographic.
• Prepare to live on your own by reviewing a few budget considerations.

 

Career Development

• HVCU Career Series webinars.
• Take these steps to ace your next internship or job interview.
• Get an understanding of the different factors that make up your income.

Money Management

• Understand the credit union difference.
• Credit Cards and Teens: No Minor Issue helps teens and young adults understand the importance of managing their credit cards.
• Find out the difference between debit, prepaid debit, and credit cards.
• Check out this quick fact sheet which includes lending terms and prep work.
• Stay on track with these tips on how to organize your finances.