Money Management

A guide from the Colorado state financial literacy program on financial aid, scholarships, and loans

Search for applicable scholarships to help pay for college and educational expenses

Information about Federal student loans

Apply for and manager Federal student aid

Get an estimate of future payment amounts

Basics of choosing a payment plan and beginning repayment

Terms to know and what to consider when choosing a credit card

Information on how credit cards work and how to reap the benefits of credit card use without overpaying or getting into debt

The tool from Nerd Wallet allows you to compare up-to-date information on many different credit cards to find the best choice for your needs

Your credit score is a number between 0-800 based on the age and type of credit accounts you have, your ratio of utilized to available credit, and your on-time payment history. Lenders, employers, and landlords look at your credit score as part of their approval process, and a lower score often results in higher interest rates.