Tips and Resources for Graduating Seniors

April 28th- TIPS FOR GRADS - There is lots to do during the next 2 weeks. Check out this resource page to make sure you get it all done. http://ow.ly/kvrA4

April 29th - MAY GRADUATES: If you have student loans, have you completed your exit loan counseling yet? Come see us if you have any questions, http://ow.ly/ksWLs

May 1st -MAY GRADS: Congratulations ! We will be posting items of interest for you during the next two weeks and posting them on Facebook and Twitter.

Week One Posts:

  • TIPS FOR GRADS- DAY #1- So where do you see yourself after graduation? Remember, to finish your Exit Loan Counseling and come see us if you have any questions. http://ow.ly/kuAH3
  • TIPS FOR GRADS Day 2: Been a while since you completed exit loan counseling. Check out some other online modules to help you during your grace period before repayment begins. http://ow.ly/kuASW
  • We can't say this often enough. Only borrow what you need while in school. You don't know what the job market will be like after you graduate.http://ow.ly/kHfR7
  • TIPS FOR GRADS- DAY 4 This was originally broadcast on NPR last year but story still rings true in 2013. http://ow.ly/kGtZE
  • TIPS FOR GRADS DAY 5- Top 10 Tips For Repaying Student Loans. http://ow.ly/kHkmI
  • Is college worth it? Check out the employment statistics. http://ow.ly/kIjmK
  • TIPS FOR GRADS Day 5: YoBucko is the online personal finance guide that equips young adults with the knowledge and tools needed for financial success. http://ow.ly/kGwK6
  • TIPS FOR GRADS DAY 6 - Who / What are loan servicers? http://ow.ly/kHkxj
  • TIPS FOR GRADS DAY 6 - Check out our money management resource page for young alumnihttp://ow.ly/kKx3v 
  • TIPS FOR GRADS DAY 6 - Don't Look Back! http://ow.ly/kKxKj
  • TIPS FOR GRADS Day 7: Remember you can utilize services offered by the Career Development Center.http://ow.ly/kHl52
  • Congratulations to the Class of 2013! If you have federal student loans, remember to complete your Exit Counseling before you leave campus AND that we are here to help with any questions you have.http://ow.ly/kNwMx

Week Two:

  • TIPS FOR GRADS Day 8-6 Tips for a Smooth Relocation to Grad School. http://ow.ly/kHKHt
  • TIPS FOR GRADS Day 8 - How to Network in a New City http://ow.ly/kQBc2
  • TIPS FOR GRADS-Day 9: Forget Social Media, learn to network in the "real world". http://ow.ly/kQBsk
  • TIPS FOR GRADS-Day 9 : Staying in New Orleans after graduation?Check out the New Orleans Kids Partnership for volunteer opportunities.http://ow.ly/kQCuR
  • TIPS FOR GRADS-DAY 9 Staying in New Orleans after graduation / Check out 504ward,, a networking site for 23-25 year olds. http://ow.ly/kKwhr
  • TIPS FOR GRADS-DAY 9 Staying in New Orleans after graduation / Check out 504ward,, a networking site for 23-25 year olds. http://ow.ly/kKwhr
  • TIPS FOR GRADS- Day 10 :Your parents were right. Remember to send a thank you note after a job interview. http://ow.ly/kQCR7
  • TIPS FOR GRADS - Day 10 : Check out this simple budgeting worksheet when you are setting up your post-graduate finances. http://ow.ly/kQDe5
  • TIPS FOR GRADS= Day 10 -- We wish you the best in your future endeavors. Have a great time this weekend and keep in touch ! http://ow.ly/kRlJS
  • CONGRATULATIONS, Graduates! Here are 5 Things to Do After Graduation http://ow.ly/kHkQF
  • TIPS FOR GRADS- Day 11: http://ow.ly/kW9be
  • TIPS FOR GRADS-Day 12: http://ow.ly/kWS3w

 

Public Service - You may qualify for loan forgiveness. Learn More - Visit MyFedloan.org/PSLF.

Other Resources

Did you miss April's National Financial Literacy Month postings? Here is a recap of the topics covered (and some new info) .

 

Updated May 13, 2013