Learn the basics of how to build credit for the first time while in college.
Avoid the most common credit mistakes that trip up college students.
Feel confident with student loans and use them to build good credit after college.
Learn the basics of how to build credit for the first time while in college.
Avoid the most common credit mistakes that trip up college students.
Feel confident with student loans and use them to build good credit after college.
Two-thirds of all student loan debt belongs to women, with an average of $31,726.
More than half of women say they were never taught about credit.
Before the 1970s, women couldn’t even open a line of credit without a man’s permission.
Know How to Build Credit as a College Student: Starting from picking the right first credit card and building your score from scratch.
Build Strong Credit Habits Now, Not Later: Too many students learn through trial and error and spend years fixing mistakes. Let’s skip the drama and start smart!
Use Credit to Open Up Opportunities — Not Limit Them: Credit should give you freedom, not stress. We'll show you how to use it strategically, pay off student loans, and build a solid credit score that works for you.
Chapter 1:
Intro to Credit
Master the basics and build credit confidence.
Look at the best credit cards for students, how credit scores are calculated, and steps to start building your credit.
Learn the top seven mistakes college students make with credit and how to steer clear of them.
Chapter 4: Student Loans During College
Understand how student loans work and explore other ways to fund your education.
Learn how and when to start repaying student loans and how to save money while doing it.