LibGuides: Financial Literacy: Introductory Resources

Introduction

There is something new for everyone to learn when it comes to making the best financial decisions for their life. The following links provide a good starting point to learn about financial literacy. While many of the links focus specifically on student loans and budgeting, anyone can find useful information in these websites.

Introductory Resources

Why Care about Financial Literacy
This investopedia article provides a thorough definition of financial literacy and being financially literate will benefit you personally.
CashCourse
This resource is provided by the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE). CashCourse.org serves as a great resource for students as it speaks to many of the common financial pitfalls they may be encountering during their college years.
360 Degrees of Financial Literacy
A free program of the nation's certified public accountants to help Americans understand their personal finances.
U.S. Department of the Treasury FAQ
Offers answers to many questions on bank policies, credit, and other related issues.