General Money Management
Visit for resources to help manage family and personal finances.
The U.S. Financial Literacy and Education Commission offers a range of financial tips and tools at . Topics include saving and investing, earning and protecting your money.
Student Loan Information
For a complete list of your federal student loans, visit the Financial Aid Review Section of the . NSLDS provides current loan balance and loan holder contact information. You will need your to access you loan information.
NSLDS does not provide information on alternative and private student loans. Please contact your loan holders for information about repaying private or alternative student loans.
Mapping Your Future's can help you determine how much your monthly loan payment will be and what salary you will need to cover those payments.
The U.S Department of Education's is available to assist federal student loan borrowers who have disputes or issues that they have not been able to resolve with the loan holder. Students who have unresolved issues with private or alternative loans should contact the .
Student Loan Debt/Salary Wizard
The is an interactive calculator designed to help students and parents determine how much salary will be needed to make the payments of the loan debt. The will also help calculate how much should be borrowed based on the expected salary.
Budgeting
Creating a budget is important at every stage of life. provides a free budgeting worksheet and budgeting tips specifically designed for college students. Visit the website for additional and a .
Credit Reports
Your credit reports provide potential creditors with information about your debt history including how much you owe and how regularly you make payments. You can request a free copy of your credit reports at . Review your credit reports annually to ensure that the information is accurate.
Consumer Protection
The (FTC) provides in-depth information to help consumers make informed choices about their money. Visit the FTC website for information on protecting your identity, knowing your rights as a consumer and filing a consumer complaint. Contact the SDSU Financial Aid Office at 605-688-6895 if you have additional questions about managing your money.