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Paying for College

Paying for college, whether it’s a first degree or a Doctorate, is not always an easy task. It’s never too early to begin saving for your future. Did you know you can SAVE money while in school? Knowing your repayment options and terms can help you stay on track after graduation.

Throughout this page, you will encounter tools, calculators, and resources aimed at assisting you with your plan to pay for college. The CashCourse.org pages require a user login to access the information. CashCourse.org is affiliated with the National Endowment for Financial Education, and is a comprehensive resource for financial wellness.

Planning before

• Keeping track of your records is not an easy task when you are busy!
  • Managing records (ECMC)
• College Savings Calculator (College Board)
• Do you plan on sharing the rent with a roommate? (CashCourse)
• Banking Basics (ECMC)

Saving during

• Make a budget and stick to it! (CashCourse)
• Enjoying life while on a budget. (CashCourse)
• Understanding how your credit card usage affects your financial future is a must! (CashCourse)
  • Consumer credit reports and scores (ECMC)
  • Consumer credit and protection (ECMC)

Managing after

• Payroll adjustments on the job are often overlooked, but very significant, factors during loan repayment.
  • Keep them in check (CashCourse)
  • Payroll adjustment calculator (CashCourse)
• So you want to get married? (CashCourse)
• Can you really plan for a baby? (CashCourse)
• Repayment is not tough when you have a plan.
  • Budgeting after graduation (CashCourse)
  • Consequences of not paying bills (CashCourse)
  • Consequences of delinquency and default (CashCourse)

Contact Information:
JoAnne Hansana, Financial Aid Manager
jhansana@cnsu.edu
916-686-8784