Financial Literacy Program
This program offers content for a multitude of students, ranging from 6th grade through post-secondary.
The Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA), a program of the Louisiana Board of Regents, offers a customized financial literacy program designed with your postsecondary institution’s curriculum in mind.
Jumpstart Coalition
Clearinghouse of resources to promote personal financial literacy
Financial Aid Toolkit
The Financial Aid Toolkit provides federal student aid information and outreach tools for counselors, college access professionals, nonprofit mentors, and other advisors.
Money Smart
FDIC’s financial education program, “can help people of all ages enhance their financial skills and create positive banking relationships.”
Financial Literacy Handbook for Beginners
This handbook speaks about financial literacy for beginners and teaches them the main components of knowing the different ways to manage money and how to realistically manage the money.
Program Goals
- Build knowledge of economic, academic, cultural, and social capital
- Empower students to recognize the importance and connection between managing finances and degree completion
- Foster a financially literate community for ranging from 6th grade through post-secondary
- Promote holistic student development
Structure
Colleges can choose to structure the financial literacy course(s) according to the needs of the students and/or staff on their campus. They can also pick from a variety of session topics, including:
- What To Do With Your Check?
- Applying For Scholarships/TOPS Renewal/“SAP”/FAFSA Renewal
- Credit Cards/Car Loans/Private Loans
Financial Literacy Program Press Kit
The Financial Literacy Program Packet contains an introductory letter for your institution that gives an overview of the program. You will also find “Promise To Attend” and “Session Log” documents to provide to students and staff. These forms will assist LOSFA and your institution when it comes to tracking financial aid education efforts and record-keeping.