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I'm Going to College

Understanding personal finances, how we spend money and how to even get started is sometimes overwhelming.   Money management skills and good practices are needed no matter how much or how little you have. United Federal Credit Union is committed to helping you determine your goals and help you accomplish them. 

We have special services designed especially for young adults ages 18 to 21.  This package offers a savings account, free checking account and a $500 VISA card for those who qualify.

Student Loans
Effective Date: Friday, September 3rd, 2010
Now Offering

Private Student Loans

We are pleased to offer Private Student Loans through Student Choice.  Click here for information and to apply for a loan.

Federal Loans 

Effective July 1, 2010, the Federal Government is the sole lender on Stafford loans. All schools offer these loans direct from the Government (Direct Stafford loan). Please contact your school's Financial Aid Office for information on Stafford Loan options or click here.

If you currently have a loan through Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation you may still access your account by going to: www.mygreatlakes.org

Here are some tools that will help you learn more about money management:

Checking Account Coach - This interactive advisor walks you through how to manage and maintain a checking account.

Credit Coach - This interactive guide coaches you to manage credit wisely to achieve your goals.

Credit Unions Rock – Informative site providing information about credit unions, money management skills, getting a job, buying a car, going to college and much, much more.

Guides to Independence –A fun interactive learning experience that provides information on money management skills such as saving, spending and borrowing, how to balance your checking account, how to buy a car and even how to write a check.

Googolplex - A fun way to learn serious stuff about money. 

CreditSmart® - Learn more about Credit and how it applies to you.

 

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