Financial Wellness

Coaching Connections

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Understanding how money works isn’t about being rich - it’s about reducing stress, avoiding debt traps, and building choices for your future.
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Coaching Connections: Free support to both credit and non-credit students. 

Knowledge to Action 

Coaching Connections is CCD’s financial education initiative, offering free support to both credit and non-credit students. Financial Coaches provide 1:1 guidance to help students set financial goals and turn them into clear, actionable steps. Financial Peer Mentors deliver credit education through 1:1 and small group sessions, available in person or virtually.

Money affects nearly every part of your life — from staying in school to where you live, the job you take, and the freedom you have after graduation.

The Reality for Many Students

  • Nearly 2 in 3 college students worry about running out of money before the semester ends.
  • Students who understand budgeting and credit are more likely to stay enrolled and graduate.
  • A low credit score can increase the cost of housing, car loans, and even utilities deposits.
  • Small financial decisions today can cost thousands over time due to interest and fees.

 

Start small. Start now. We’re here to help.

You don’t have to figure this out alone — and you don’t need to be a math expert or finance major.

With a strong financial foundation, you can:

  • Avoid unnecessary debt
  • Improve your credit score
  • Reduce financial stress
  • Keep more of the money you earn
  • Build stability for yourself and your family
Schedule a Financial Coaching Session
How Financial Coaching Helps You Financial wellness isn’t about perfection - it’s about progress.
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Financial coaching is free, confidential, and judgment-free. Whether you’re struggling to make ends meet or planning for the future, we meet you where you are. We can help with:

  • Creating a realistic budget that works for your life
  • Understanding credit scores and how to improve them
  • Managing student loans and repayment options
  • Building savings — even on a tight budget
  • Avoiding scams and protecting your identity
  • Planning for big goals like a car, home, or transfer to a university

Why Start Now?

Small steps today = big impact tomorrow

  • Saving just $10 a week can build a $500 emergency fund in one year.
  • Raising your credit score can save thousands in interest on future loans.
  • Students with a financial plan report lower stress and better academic focus.
Financial Literacy Appointment
Financial Peer Mentor Appointment