Financial Literacy

Cal State L.A. Federal Credit Union offers a variety of financial education resources and counseling. Select below for more info on upcoming workshops, online self-study modules, credit report review, money management and budget planning for members by BALANCE.

FREE Financial Aid Webinar: "Understanding Your Award Letter!"

We're pleased to announce that we will be hosting a FREE webinar on April 17th at 4:00pm Pacific for all interested members and prospective members! "College Financing 101: Understanding Your Award Letter" will be led by national student lending expert Melissa Hunt - Student Choice's VP of Client Relations and Education. Webinar attendees will learn about financial aid options, comparing and appealing award letters, and determining your true financial need!

We will cover:

Cost of Attendance
Government programs
Scholarship
Grants
Loans
Work Study
Plus Loans
Private Loans
Budgeting

Check out these FREE Online Learning Modules and Podcasts

And many more!

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With so many financial obligations and options, money management may seem difficult and confusing at times. That's why Cal State L.A. Federal Credit Union has partnered with BALANCE, a financial education and counseling service that can help you get on track, review and improve your credit report, get out of debt, set up a spending and savings plan that works for you, or prepare to buy a home. Select for more info on BALANCE.

FREE Credit Report Review

Your credit report can affect your ability to purchase a home, rent an apartment, buy a car, receive favorable insurance rates, or even get a new job. Further, checking your credit report regularly is a crucial step in protecting yourself from fraud or inaccurate reporting.

BALANCE can help you get a free or low-cost copy of your credit report and provide a free and confidential credit report review to ensure you have the tools necessary to improve, maintain and protect your credit standing. Learn more.