Provident College Student Resources

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As a college student, your financial needs encompass issues relating to checking accounts, credit & credit cards, and having reliable transportation. So on this page we've included menus linked to educational resources in those other sections of our site that deal with those issues, as well as to resources of special interest to college students and those of you looking forward to entering college.

Tools

Checking Tools (3) The Elements of a Check and Check-Writing Three Ways to Endorse a Check Understanding Your Monthly Member Statement
Auto Buying Tools (2) Payment Calculator Online Auto Shopping
Credit & Credit Card Tools (2) Interactive Worksheet: Balance Your Budget Understanding Your Visa Statement

Learning Library

College-Specific Articles (2) Why Should a Student Care about Auto Insurance? What Every Student Should Know About Driving
Checking Articles (8) Courtesy Pay & Overdraft Protection Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Why Get a Checking Account? Balancing Your Checkbook All About Check Cards and Debit Cards You Can Avoid ATM Surcharges ATM Deposits vs. Direct Deposit Smart and Safe Travel Tips Making Payments by Phone
Auto Buying Articles (9) Buying a New Car (Starting, Financing, Trade-ins, Service Contracts) Understanding Vehicle Financing Car Ads: Reading Between the Lines Why a Rebate May Be Better Than Dealer Financing Finding a Used Car to Buy Evaluating a Used Car's Condition Quick Tips for Buying a Used Car Automobile Service Contracts Auto Buying Glossary
Credit & Credit Card Articles (7) How to Build Good Credit Your Credit History 3 Steps to a Balanced Budget Staying Out of Credit Trouble Protecting Your Cards from Theft and Fraud Tips for Shopping by Phone, Mail, or Online Glossary of Visa Terms

Scholarships

College Scholarships (1) Financial Aid Resources (from Students.gov)

Other Sites

College-Specific Sites (3) Students.gov (Government Web Site for Students) Brass|CU: Young Today/Rich Tomorrow DMV Sample Written Driver Tests
Checking Sites (1) Consumer Guide to Check 21 and Substitute Checks
Auto Buying-Related Sites (6) California Department of Motor Vehicles Consumer Reports Online: Cars and Trucks National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Fuel Economy Guide Smog Check Information from the State of California eHow Automotive Center
Credit & Credit Card Sites (3) CURewards Verified by Visa Visa Rewards