Use this college prep checklist to see what high school seniors can do to prepare for college life while still in school.
Take Control of Your Money
The HBCU Project has partnered with First United Bank and Banzai to bring you clear, in-depth lessons that help you dive into the financial topics you care most about.
Going to College
Off to college? Learn to budget and manage all the unexpected and kind-of-expected costs that come with being on your own.
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Paying for College
Tuition is a big bill, but there are ways to make the cost of your dream school possible. Learn all you need to know to pay for that coveted degree.
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Using Credit Cards and Building Credit
Using credit cards wisely lays the foundation for future financial goals, like buying a home, renting an apartment, or purchasing a car. It takes credit to get credit—but be careful not to spend more than you can manage.
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Going to college incurs a lot of expenses you might not have thought about.
If you're considering going to college, you have nothing to lose by applying for federal student aid.
Make the first steps toward creating a college budget by learning specifics about fixed and variable expenses.
Use this college application checklist to navigate every essential step, from gathering documents to meeting deadlines.
Topics
Auto Loan Affordability Calculator
2 min activity
Simplify car shopping using our car payment affordability calculator. This car loan affordability calculator helps make smart purchases!.
Teaching Children About Money
6 min read
These 6 activities teach spending, saving, and investing to kids.
Budget Calculator
6 min activity
Anticipate monthly and yearly expenses and manage your income with this budget calculator.
Stock Market Basics
4 min read
Learn how to buy & sell stocks so you can start investing your money.
Handling High Inflation
4 min read
What should I do when faced with high inflation and rising prices?
The Cost of Baby’s First Year
3 min activity
Find out how much you need to save for a new baby!
