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Financial Literacy

Make Informed Financial Decisions

 

Use these resources to learn how to avoid financial obstacles like overspending, misusing credit, overborrowing and not budgeting.

PPSC students succeed when they manage their money responsibly.

 

Financial Literacy Resources

Budgeting/Savings

Credit

Budgeting/Savings

The Penny Hoarder provides practical advice and tips on making, saving, and managing money, specifically aimed at helping individuals achieve financial independence and stability. 

Resources include:

  • Budgeting advice
  • Advice on saving money
  • Strategies for paying off debt, and more!

The Penny Hoarder | More Money In People's Pockets

Earn points for improving your financial health and redeem your points for chances to receive cash prizes.

SaverLife | SaverLife

Make wiser choices about credit and debt, investing, education, real estate, insurance, spending, and more.

Money Crashers Personal Finance

Get connected to careers, education and resources.

my Colorado Journey

Credit

Check your credit report to see what is being reported and check for errors. You have access to free credit reports! 

Your Source for a Truly Free Credit Report

Understand what your credit score means and why it matters. 

Understanding your FICO Score

You can improve your FICO Scores by first fixing errors in your credit history (if errors exist) and then following these guidelines to maintain a consistent and good credit history.

How to Improve Your FICO Score

Loans

Other Resources

Loans

Loan Simulator helps you estimate monthly student loan payments and choose a loan repayment option that best meets your needs and goals. You can also use it to decide whether to consolidate your student loans.

Federal Student Aid

Addressing Disparities in Finance for Hispanics and Latinos.

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Other Resources

The office of Federal Student Aid provides publications, fact sheets, online tools, and other resources to help you prepare and pay for college or career school.

Federal Student Aid Resources

MoneyGeek's Credit Guide for Hispanics and Latinos can help you secure your financial future today and create multi-generational wealth. Take advantage of this free resource and improve your financial health.

Learn more from Money Geek

Tips on how to find affordable life insurance and build generational wealth, and long-term financial security.

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Questions About Financial Literacy?

Our financial aid advisors are here to help answer your questions regarding financial aid, including:

  • Financial Literacy
  • Completing the FAFSA
  • Student Loans
  • Federal Grants (Pell Grant)
  • Work Study
  • and more