Financial: Management, Planning, and Literacy

The ability to meet basic needs and manage money for the short and long term. College will likely be your first time managing your finances by yourself. You have dreams of being financially independent but may not know how to achieve it yet. Do not worry, we are here to help you with your questions from accessing your tuition, to opening a bank account, to applying for scholarships, to investing and saving money long term.

MU4U

Mercyhurst has ample resources to help you make smart financial decisions, both in college and after graduating.

Check in With Your Financial Wellness

• How does money impact your emotional wellness?
• Do you know how to manage your money, so you know what you have and do not?
• Are you able to pay tuition and additional school expenses? If not, do you know where to go for help?
• Do you have spending money saved so that you can get off campus and explore the local area?
• Will you need to find a job on or off campus?
• What do you know about investing, and how, if you save a small amount monthly that adds up over the years?
• Are you thinking about a plan to pay back your student loans?

Resources

For Students

• PNC Banking Solutions
• Student Financial Services - Course Catalog
• Student Financial Services - HUB
• Your Guide to Financial Aid