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New peer mentoring program helps UMass Lowell students tackle financial hurdles impeding success and well-being

Craig Williams Connector Contributor High school and college education are extremely valuable today, but often  what they fail to teach students is basic financial literacy. College students across the country are often left hung out to dry, with $20,000 or more in debt, while possessing very little knowledge about how to make payments or save

Money management: How to stay afloat

Many students set budgets to manage all their expenses. (Photo Courtesy of US News) Kelly Skelton Connector Editor College can be a challenging environment when it comes to finances. Entering, students are seeking to gain knowledge and skills. This education often costs an exorbitant amount of money, leaving students with a small amount of money