Financial Literacy
When considering the cost of attending UNMC, we strongly encourage you to review your personal finances to ensure your financial well-being while attending school. Managing your finances is essential to your success both as a student and as health care professional.
It is important to review your financial aid award summary on MyRecords for each semester's disbursement amounts. The scheduled disbursements are in accordance with federal financial aid regulations. The disbursements must first be used to pay for your tuition and fees. The remaining financial aid will be issued to you as a refund so that you can pay for your books/equipment and cost of living expenses. Refunds can be several hundred to several thousand dollars to cover 4-6 months of living expenses at a time. Prudent money management will ensure that you have the resources to cover your expenses for the entire semester.
Online Seminars Fall Semester
Join the Office of Financial Aid on Zoom for these financial literacy seminars. Check your student Vitals email newsletter for the Zoom link.
- The Importance of Budgeting, Sept. 15, 2025, 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. on Zoom
In this session, we'll delve into the essentials of budgeting and how to manage your money effectively. You will also learn about different ways you can cut back on expenses and save money. See event in Engage. - Understanding Your Credit Report and Credit Score, Oct. 8, 2025, 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. on Zoom
This session aims to empower students with the key components that comprise a credit report and a credit score to make informed decisions that lead to improving or maintaining credit. Also covered, the impact credit has on the cost of financing and important factors to consider before borrowing to benefit long term financial health, promoting a brighter future. See event in Engage. - Understanding Your Credit Card, Oct. 30, 2025, 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. on Zoom
This session will help you understand the ins and outs of credit card use, focus on how to build credit wisely and avoid common financial pitfalls. You will learn how credit cards work, what interest rates and minimum payments mean, and how to choose a card that fits your needs. Practical tips on managing spending and avoiding debt that will empower you to make informed financial decisions now and in the future. See event in Engage. - Financial Planning for the Holiday Season, Nov. 17, 2025, 12:15-12:45 p.m. on Zoom
The holiday season can be fun—but also financially stressful, especially for students. This session offers practical strategies for planning and managing holiday expenses without breaking the bank. You will learn how to create a realistic holiday budget, find affordable gift ideas, and manage travel costs. The session focuses on building smart spending habits and help students enjoy the holiday season. See event in Engage.
Financial Avenue
UNMC has teamed up with Inceptia to provide financial education via their online program, Financial Avenue. Financial Avenue includes ten online courses to help students demystify the world of personal finance.
Financial Literacy Resources
Financial literacy resources are provided here to give basic money management information as a starting point for financial education. While we believe this information to be of value, it is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of resources. The weblinks listed below were developed by the AAMC. The are valuable links for all health profession disciplines - not just for medical students.
Budgeting Basics
Financial Literacy Presentations
Q & A Sessions
Session 1
Financial Seminars
The UNO College of Business offers free virtual financial seminars to students and the general public from Wells Fargo. Please check back often as the future seminars will be added.
