Financial Literacy

The money choices you make today can shape your life for decades. Whether you are a first-time college student or a working adult returning to school, building strong financial skills is one of the best investments you can make. Southwestern College is committed to making sure you have access to the tools and resources you need to make smart financial decisions for yourself and your family.

Cash Course

Cash Course is a free online financial literacy tool available to all SWC students. It covers everything from budgeting and credit to managing student loans and planning for your future. There is no cost, no catch, and no hidden agenda.

Cash Course offers:

• Free online financial education courses available for self-study or through instructor assignments
• A Budget Wizard and other customizable financial tools including worksheets, quizzes, and calculators
• A personal dashboard to track your progress
• Articles and resources on real-life money topics relevant to students
• Guides to help you navigate financial independence during and after college

Get Started with Cash Course

If you use this program, please email us at financialaid@swccd.edu to let us know how it worked for you!

Additional Resources

• ECMC's Financial Awareness Basics: Tools, tips, and podcasts to help you build financial awareness 
• 360 Degrees of Financial Literacy: Comprehensive financial literacy resources for every stage of life
• Federal Student Aid Budgeting Tools: Free tools from the U.S. Department of Education to help you plan and budget for college