Financial Literacy
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Financial $marts: ECC’s Financial Literacy Program
Programs
Financial Aid 101
The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office periodically holds live financial aid programs. No upcoming events are scheduled at this time. Check back for future events. To learn more about the various types of financial aid and how to apply, view this Financial Aid 101 Session recording.
Financial Literacy 101
All are invited to take this free online program.
Financial Literacy 101 is an engaging multimedia experience that combines a robust curriculum tailored to the needs of students with a learning model designed to prevent financial problems before they start. No registration or payment is required. When you first register, you must use the appropriate login access code.
Access Codes
Begin Financial Literacy 101 by visiting financialliteracy101.org. When you first register, you must use one of the following login access codes:
- General users: ECCFIN101
Specific student cohorts under the direction of your faculty/program director:
- Student Support Services students: TRIOSSS11
- Upward Bound students: TRIOUPB11
Other Helpful Resources
- ISAC Student Portal provides an interactive guide on planning for college and paying for an education.
- Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation - provides a wealth of guidance on opening a credit account, buying a home, money management, and investing your money.
- Mymoney.gov - a government website dedicated to teaching all Americans the basics of financial education.
Student Services
Contact
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Building B, Room B156
847-214-7360
Fax: 847-608-5460
financialaid@elgin.edu
Closed Tuesday: 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Contact
Student Accounts
Building B, Room B151
847-214-7380
Fax: 847-214-7445
studentaccounts@elgin.edu
Contact
Registration
Building B, Room B105
847-214-7393
Fax: 847-214-7484
registration@elgin.edu