Financial Literacy

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Welcome to iGrad's Financial Literacy HQ. Here you will find an ever-expanding wealth of activities, financial & student loan calculators, articles, & videos with clever money-saving Tips, and games designed to turn you into your own financial guru while still having fun.

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This survey was originally conducted by the International Journal of Business and Science and found significant deficiencies in financial literacy. iGrad would like to see how our users measure up against the financial literacy level of those originally surveyed.

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Credit Card Payment Calculator Figure how long it will take before your credit card debt is paid off...

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Games

Financial Literacy Game

Invest Quest Test your investment IQ to see if you have what it takes to become the next Don...

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Resources

Financial Literacy Resources

How to Fill Out the FAFSA Learn how to fill out and submit the FAFSA in seven easy steps. Feel free to us...

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iGrad Intel

  1. Financial Literacy Month Round Up: Protect
    Financial Literacy Month Round Up: Protect

    In honor of Financial Literacy Month, we've rounded up the best of iGrad's resources to present you with a wealth of information on one of the core financial literacy concepts: Protect. Learn to protect and prepare for catastrophe and fraud...

  2. Financial Literacy Month Round Up: Earning
    Financial Literacy Month Round Up: Earning

    In honor of Financial Literacy Month, we've rounded up the best of iGrad's resources to present you with a wealth of information on one of the core financial literacy concepts: Earning. Learn to understand your paycheck, taxes, benefits and...

  3. Smart College Finance: What Bank Fees Hurt Your Wallet Most?
    Smart College Finance: What Bank Fees Hurt Your Wallet Most?

    Learning from your mistakes can be a bitter pill to swallow, especially when it costs you money. Bank fees are common culprits of financial folly, so learn from someone else's mistake instead. Read here on what they are and how to avoid them...

  4. Personal Finance 101: College Education Planning—What Kinds of Money Are Available
    Personal Finance 101: College Education Planning—What Kinds of Money Are Available

    If you’re considering using a loan to cover the cost of college, understanding how they work will help you set up a strategic borrowing plan. Here are some highlights of the major types of loans and where you might find additional money…

  5. How to Apply for Student Loans With Bad Credit
    How to Apply for Student Loans With Bad Credit

    Students with little credit history or adverse credit can have trouble getting private loans, but federal student loans like the Stafford or Perkins loans are great alternatives.  Find out how to finance your education when your credit is less...

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