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The College One Stop Financial Shop! College Wallet is designed to provide students with all the tips, tricks, and resources they need to be successful, both in college and in life.  <-Click on the College Wallet logo for more info!

40 Money Management Tips for College Students Download this valuable guide for tips to stretch dollars during college. Share with students heading off to college or currently in college to help them take control of their money instead of letting it control them.  This guide is also available for download from the HSFPP student, parent, and instructor websites.    Over 40 tips are provided related to Getting organized Checking accounts Financial aid Jobs Dorm life Apartments Cutting expenses Credit and debt Saving and investing money

More Tips for College Readiness Parents provide the most influence on their child's financial knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors. So, whether your child just graduated from high school or will be home soon from college for summer break, now is the perfect time to help him or her learn to manage money and exercise wise financial decision making. Click here for some helpful tips about how you can make sure you and your child are ready for college expenses.

 

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Not Ready for College?

If your child is in elementary or middle school and is just starting to think about "what to be when I grow up," we have a special set of information and activities just for you and your son or daughter. Help them get excited about learning and the future. Choose your age group:

• Elementary School
• Jr. High/Middle School

*If you do not submit a FAFSA, you will NOT be eligible to receive student aid.