FAFSA & Pell Grants

FAFSA & Pell Grants

Federal Pell Grants are awarded by the Federal Government, and unlike loans, students do not have to repay awarded amounts. The amount of aid you can receive depends on several factors including: your financial needs, the cost of attendance at UGA, legal guardians...
Tips to Track Your Money

Tips to Track Your Money

Save receipts every time you make a transaction with your ATM card, debit card, or check. Use these receipts to record your purchases. Record your transaction in a statement book – add deposits, subtract withdrawals, and track current balance. Allow ample amount...
Tips to Track Your Money

Money Basics : Checking & Savings Accounts

Most student-athletes already setup a checking account for direct deposits; however, having a savings account can be just as valuable. A saving account provides a safe holding place for your money for future use or unexpected expenses. Although money cannot be taken...
Tips to Track Your Money

Setting Up Direct Deposit

Direct deposit is a electronic transfer of a payment directly from a payer to your account. It allows your money – whether scholarship, reimbursement, or (future) payroll earnings – to be deposited automatically into your bank account. It’s an easy and safe way to...
Tough Topic : Salary Negotiations

Tough Topic : Salary Negotiations

What to do when the employer asks you how much you’re worth? Research the average for your industry, location, and position level before going into the interview. Wait for the discussion. Avoid being the first to bring up the salary. This will demonstrate you are more...
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