Enrollment in college and the amount of student loan debt are at an all-time high. See where two millennials at the University of South Carolina fall into the student debt narrative.
30% of college students surveyed for a LendEDU study said they used student loan money for spring break. That’s their business … and their burden.
Five can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
Student loan growth is on the rise and delinquency is falling at this California credit union.
More from Empower U 2016.
Takeaways from Empower U 2016, as well as how one credit union lowered its average member age.
Student lending predatory practices at big banks highlight the credit union difference.
A college loan can be, and often is, the foundation of a long-lasting relationship between a member and a credit union.
Careful underwriting, default insurance, and other best practices are helping credit unions beat national loan default rates and introduce bundled products that create lifetime relationships with college grads.
Credit unions step up to empower members with responsible student lending options.
The Wyoming cooperative combines custom impact measurements with traditional KPIs to track progress on its 10-year strategic plan.
Roughly 80% of True Sky FCU members have used its free credit review service, which helps the cooperative deepen relationships while members improve their financial lives.
A recent executive orders kickstarted changes to retirement-savings plans. Credit unions can play a role in financial education to make sure members and employees are making the best choices for their personal financial wellness.
The Virginia-based institution hopes an Emerging Leaders program will help create a strong internal leadership pipeline. Its second cohort began its training in July.
The cost of returning to the classroom has increased more than 35% in the past decade, putting the pinch on parents and students alike.
The Tennessee cooperative is redefining wellness through Y-Fi @ Work, a free financial education program available to East Tennessee employers.
As students head back to campus this fall, the nation’s financial cooperatives jump to the head of the class with creative community partnerships, classroom-ready resources, and real financial support.
From TikTok tips to Buy Now Pay Later pitfalls, Gen Z is navigating a complex financial landscape shaped by economic uncertainty, digital innovation, and shifting priorities — test your knowledge of this nuanced generation in this interactive quiz.
Publix Employees FCU turns everyday moments into lasting financial impact. Through on-site support and a vibrant wellness program, the credit union is building trust, offering guidance, and forging financial confidence one associate at a time.
Ascend FCU’s senior vice president of marketing reflects on his entrance into the industry a year ago and what he’s looking forward to accomplishing in the next.