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