Financial Literacy Resources

See how your money grows over time with regular contributions and compound interest.

Learn how to create and stick to a realistic budget as a student or young adult.

Understand what affects your credit score and how to build strong credit early.

See exactly how your money can grow over time with different monthly contributions and rates of return.

Estimate monthly payments, total interest, and repayment timelines for federal or private loans.

Advanced planner to visualize long-term goals like college or retirement savings.

Current best high-yield savings accounts for students and young adults (NerdWallet)

Best banks and accounts with no fees for college-bound students

Simple framework to divide your income responsibly

Free investor education series – perfect for first-time investors

Which retirement account makes sense for young people?

Why low-cost index funds are usually the best choice for beginners

Budget Game + real-time Stock Market Game with embedded lessons and national rankings. Hands-down the best interactive platform for advanced middle schoolers.

Official national simulation — start with $100,000 virtual cash and trade real stocks, bonds & funds. Used by thousands of schools.

Free choose-your-own-adventure scenarios with real-life budgeting, unexpected expenses, and saving challenges.

Free middle-school curriculum with powerful interactive tools, simulations, and real-world projects.

Explore 900+ real careers with salary data, education requirements, job growth, and more. See exactly how your dream job pays.

15-minute quiz that matches your interests to careers and shows earning potential.

Federal student aid – estimate payments and forgiveness options

Step-by-step guide + free weekly reports

Common mistakes students make with credit cards