Financial Wellness Center
The Financial Wellness Center (FWC) is a free resource for all University of Utah students to assist them in making smart, informed decisions about their money. Whether students are struggling to make ends meet or whether their finances are in pretty good shape, there is always room to improve one’s financial situation. The FWC was created to help students in a safe, competent and confidential atmosphere with one-hour consultations to address their financial concerns.
We are located in the Olpin Student Union Building Room 317. We are open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.
Walk ins are welcome or book an in person or virtual appointment.
Our email address is financialwellness@sa.utah.edu and our phone number is 801-585-7379
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The Wellness Blog
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Month Ahead Budgeting Method
Budgeting a month ahead is a financial strategy that helps individuals break free from the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle by using last month’s income to cover current expenses. This method offers greater financial stability, reduces stress, and provides a buffer against unexpected expenses. While it requires initial discipline to set up, the long-term benefits include improved money management, better financial security, and increased control over future planning.
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5 Things International Students Should Know
Navigating finances as an international student can be overwhelming, but self-advocacy and the University of Utah's Financial Wellness Center (FWC) make it manageable. From tax filing and building credit to finding alternative funding and budgeting for education, the FWC offers free resources to empower students toward financial success.
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How to Achieve Your New Year's Resolutions (including your financial ones!)
As a new year begins, it is normal to want to establish new goals and resolutions for the upcoming year. How can we make sure we set up achievable and meaningful goals? Here are some ideas!
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A College Student's Guide to Recognizing Common Scams
Online scams are becoming increasingly prevalent and lucrative for scammers worldwide. As college students with class, work, and other responsibilities to worry about, it can be easy to become vulnerable targets.
