$uccessful Start
bc's financial literacy program
$uccessful Start was featured in the September 2012 issue of the Office of Graduate Student Life newsletter. Read how we can help you make wise financial decisions!
$uccessful Start is a member of MyBC! To join, visit https://orgsync.com/join/52349/boston-colllege-uccessful-start and select "Boston College" from the drop down menu.
Prospective Students
Welcome to Boston College! $uccessful Start is just one of the many resources Boston College has to offer students. We offer a variety of workshops to prepare you for a successful present and future. For additional support regarding finances fill out an interest form and meet with one of our Peer Money Mentors during the semester.
College is the perfect time to create healthy financial habits that will last a lifetime. At $uccessful Start we believe that a budget is the base of financial health.
Ten Steps to Making a Financial Budget
http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/money101/lesson2/index.htm
Current Students
This is a great time to reevaluate your past year and plan for an even better one in the fall. One of the best goals to make is saving for an emergency fund. If you save your summer earnings today you will have funds for a rainy day later.
6 Steps to Starting an Emergency Fund
http://www.mint.com/blog/saving/6-steps-to-starting-an-emergency-fund-0413/
Build a Better Budget for 2013
http://www.kiplinger.com/article/saving/T007-C000-S002-build-a-better-budget-in-2013.html
Parents
Sending a child off to college is a very rewarding time as a parent. As a parent you have the opportunity to assist your child’s growth, and development. Many students continue to seek out guidance regarding personal finance and money management. With your advice and assistance your college student can begin to develop health personal finance habits.
Teaching A College Student about Money Management and Identity Protection
Teaching Your College-Age Child about Money
Contact Us
Questions? Comments? Contact $uccessful Start at successfulstart@bc.edu.
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