University of Illinois System

Financial Education Topics

Explore comprehensive resources designed for students across the University of Illinois System universities.

💰

Budgeting

Master the fundamentals of creating and maintaining a budget that works for your lifestyle. Learn to track expenses, prioritize spending, and build healthy financial habits.

Learn more
📊

Credit

Understand how credit works, build a positive credit history, and learn responsible credit habits to set yourself up for future financial success.

Learn more
🚀

Entrepreneurship

Explore financial aspects of starting your own business, from funding options to managing startup costs and understanding business finances.

Learn more
🛡️

Insurance

Navigate the world of insurance to protect your assets. Learn about health, auto, and renters insurance and what coverage you need.

Learn more
📈

Investing

Get started with basic investment concepts, understand different types of investments, and learn how to begin building wealth for your future.

Learn more
🎓

Student Loans

Understand your student loan options, repayment plans, and strategies for managing educational debt effectively throughout and after school.

Learn more
📚

Taxability of Tuition Waivers

Learn about the tax implications of tuition waivers and graduate student stipends to avoid surprises at tax time and plan accordingly.

Learn more
📋

Taxes

Navigate tax filing as a student, understand available deductions and credits, and learn how to properly report student income and benefits.

Learn more