A psychological article about college students and financial management. The study examines debt and spending habits of students and how that may of occured. Their are statistics of demographics, financial classes, and even personality types and their relationship to debt. Could provide a good viewpoint of sociological and psychology factors for research.
The article states that especially in times of economic trouble, no one can afford to be financially illiterate. The authors focus on the management of debt and college students. Specifically they address credit cards and student loans. They also speak of how certified public accountants are great educators for this problem. A valuable article to relate Accounting classes for students and their financial literacy.
Davis' study of the necessity for financial literacy is interesting and examines the cost benefit ananlysis for financial literacy courses. The study is done with Texas PTA parents and their willingness to allocate additional funds for financial classes. Davis addressses the growing problem of American students and their lack of finacial knowledge. Overall a valuable article to examine the publics willingness to provide funding for financial education
A 20 page survey on the impact of financial literacy classes and survey results. The surveyor examines results from every state and uses many detailed questions. His surveys included results by race, gender, and location along with many others. The stastics are starteling and valuable for research on financial literacy.
Article from Kansas City Gazette. Describes a bill proposal to increase financial knowledge in the US. The problem specifically lies with young adults and college students. It provides statistics as well as some startling facts to the problems with credit card debt and financial literacy.
A study done on debt with college students. The article includes statistics. The statistics agknowledge the ongoing financial problem especially with young people. The statistics can be confusing but it is an interesting and valuable article.
The Article describes jumpstart; a non profit program that provides financial lessons to students and young adults. It acknowledges the serious problems of financial literacy in the US. Jumpstart is a program within most US states and it seems like a very productive and positive enterprise.
Money management tips for college students from the american institute of accountants. Basic strategy and tips directly meant for students to use while in college. Fairly good and interesting article.
A brief article on the importance of understanding credit cards and credit card debt. focuses on a student testomonial. Provides explanation of credit card terms.
The article focuses on the problem of college debt and knowledge about financial terms. It also goes into discussion of what some universities are doing to help this problem by offering classes/seminars. Valuable article.