Financial Literacy: Home
Money is the #1 stressor in America. People worry over money, a lot.
A college education is your key to increasing your lifetime earning potential. Remember, attending college and earning a degree is about making personal sacrifices now so you won’t have to once you graduate and begin your new career. Learning how to manage your finances goes hand-in-hand with attending college and finding a career. It is a life-long process that evolves as you grow. If you learn to manage your money now, this skill will follow you into your next career and help you meet your financial goals.
Delta College has several resources for our community and students to help provide financial resources that are designed to help increase financial knowledge and well-being.
Tools for Financial Literacy
- Cash Course
Cash Course – Free Money Management Website. Free articles, quizzes, worksheets and budgets. Sign up Today!
- Tips for Financing Your Life
Taking care of your finances can be a difficult and overwhelming task. However, with a few steps the process can be simplified and made manageable for anyone. - Simple Budget Worksheet
Use this worksheet as a starting point for creating a budget. Or, for more budgets and budgeting tips, log into your Cashcourse account or go to mint.com. - Rapaying Federal Direct Loans
Navigating the repayment of your Federal Direct loans can be confusing. Check to make sure you are on track by following these few easy steps. - Credit Score & Why it is Important
Building good credit is an important and college is a good time to learn how to do this. Here are some tips on how to build credit now.
- 40 Money Management Tips
This booklet gives 40 money management tips every college student should know.
Financial Literacy Videos
- Credit vs. Debit
Learn the difference between credit and debit cards. There is an important difference that can impact your decision on what card you will use. - How to Build Credit
Building credit is an important part of becoming an adult. Find out how to make this step seamlessly. - Tracking Expenses and Budgeting
Budgeting can help you reach your financial goals. Find out how to start this process with tracking your expenses. - Repaying Federal Direct Loans
Be prepared for Direct Loan Repayments. Get a quick breakdown on the process and how you can stay on top of your loan payments. - How College Students Save Money
Find out how Matt and Mike save money while they are in college.
Financial Literacy Books in the Delta Library
30-Minute Money Solutions by ISBN: 9780470481578Publication Date: 2010-01-07
501 Ways for Adult Students to Pay for College by ISBN: 9781617601262Publication Date: 2017-05-16
Finance for Normal People by Call Number: LB 2342 .C633 2017ISBN: 9780190626471Publication Date: 2017-05-01
Financial Planning for Your First Job by ISBN: 9780615665696Publication Date: 2012-08-14
Get a Financial Life by ISBN: 9781476782386Publication Date: 2017-03-21
Master Your Debt by ISBN: 9780470484241Publication Date: 2010-01-26
Paying for College Without Going Broke, 2018 Edition by ISBN: 1524710695Publication Date: 2017-09-19
Rich Dad Poor Dad by ISBN: 9781612680019Publication Date: 2011-08-16
Scholarship Handbook 2018 by ISBN: 1457309270Publication Date: 2017-07-03
Scholarships, Grants & Prizes 2018 by ISBN: 9780768941555Publication Date: 2017-06-28
Securing Your Financial Future by ISBN: 9781442214224Publication Date: 2012-04-16
Why Smart People Make Big Money Mistakes - And How to Correct Them by ISBN: 9780684844930Publication Date: 1999-01-05
Financial Literacy Websites
- Loan Repayment Estimator
Log into your federal account to see your loan history and get an idea of what you monthly payments will be once you graduate. - Practical Money Skills for Life
Use the free resources interactive tools and resources to help you build a strong financial future. - Everything you Need to Know About Credit Score
Fun and interactive website that has great information on credit score, how to build it up and other money tips.
Financial Aid Web Resources
- Career Services
Contact the Delta College Career Services for assistance on: career assessment, career path planning, job placement, resume building and practice interviews. - Complete FAFSA
Fill out your FAFSA annually to see if you are eligible for Federal or State assistance. - Federal Student Aid
Great Federal website that has answers to all your Federal Aid questions, help get prepared for college and guides for loan repayment. - Scholarships
View scholarships offered by Delta College, local community organizations and others. Check back often for updates! - Federal Student Aid
Log In to your Federal Student Aid account to view your Pell Grant and Federal Direct Loan history and to see who your loan servicer is.
