You've Got to Have a Plan!
Determine needs vs. wants.
Students need to get the most out of every dollar they can get their hands on. Understanding the concepts of the “Nine Things” will help students navigate the increasingly troubled financial waters of obtaining your college degree.
You've Got to Have a Plan!
Determine needs vs. wants.
Hey, You Got A Dollar I Can Borrow?
Three loans that impact most students.
Charge!
Credit cards, understanding revolving credit.
They are watching.
What is a credit score?
If it sounds too good to be true...
Understanding your paycheck.
Appearances Can Be Deceiving.
Determine needs vs. wants.
Your Most Important Bill.
Learn how to pay yourself first.
The Younger, The Better.
When should you start saving?
So You Want To Be A Millionaire?
The Rule of 72 concept.
9 Things Every College Student Should Know About Money is a two credit-hour course open to all OU students. It is available as a 16-week, 8-week or winter/spring course. Designed to give students basic knowledge of personal finance and money management, 9 Things covers topics such as saving, credit cards, investing, credit scores, buying a home, and other monetary issues that directly affect college students and graduates. The goal of the course is to develop financially literate students who will be fiscally secure today and tomorrow.
