We want St. Kate's students to understand and develop personal financial management skills that contribute to purposeful life-long learning. To that end, we provide comprehensive information and resources designed to teach students the life skills of personal finance and money management.
Office Hours
Office hours are Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. We are closed on Fridays. Email us at moneymentors@stkate.edu for assistance.
GradReady
The more you know, the less you'll owe. Learn online about managing your tuition, budget and bills.
Log in at using your St. Kate's email address. Then, watch videos, take quizzes, read articles, and use their tools to improve your financial knowledge on a myriad of topics, such as paying for school, buying a car, creating a budget, building credit, housing, and much more!
Peer Financial Counseling
St. Kate's peer money mentors are students specially trained in money matters by Lutheran Social Service Financial Counseling and Debt Management, Synchrony Financial, and various St. Kate's departments.
The peer money mentors help with
- putting together a budget
- finding scholarships
- tracking government loans
- free tax preparation resources
- understanding and building credit
- identity theft and fraud protection
- saving strategies
- managing debt and debt stress
Get their help by
- visiting them whenever the lights are on and someone is in CdC 211
- setting up an appointment through email or by calling 651-690-6815
- attending one of their Money Doesn't Grow on Trees events or programs put on with groups around campus
- requesting they present on a money management topic at your club, for your residence hall floor, in the classroom, at a senate meeting or other occasion (give at least two weeks' notice)
Money Doesn't Grow on Trees Speaker Series
In addition to personal financial counseling, we offer presentations and workshops that address financial topics relevant to students. This programming is made possible through the efforts of the peer money mentors, the wonderful guest speakers, and gift monies from outside resources.
Tuesday, Sept. 17, Noon - 1 p.m., Zoom - https://stkate.zoom.us/j/93406169447
Monday, Nov. 4, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., Zoom - https://stkate.zoom.us/j/93376074272
Get money for school - learn how to effectively find and apply for outside scholarships. Also get tips about avoiding scam scholarships. Gift card giveaway at each webinar!
Tuesday, Oct. 1, Noon - 1 p.m.
Zoom - https://stkate.zoom.us/j/95537551142
It's widely advertised that a strong credit score is important. Expert Dan Conlin with Synchrony Financial will explain why, share how scores are calculated, and provide steps that build a robust score. Gift card giveaway too!
Thursday, Oct. 22, Noon - 1 p.m.
President's Dining Room - CdC 3rd Floor, East End
Look good and feel great, because you didn't spend a lot of money. We'll share resources and ideas about dressing for less, while also focusing on affordable Halloween costume ideas. Lunch and prizes are part of the fun!
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
CdC 210, Money Management and Career Development Office
Be prepared for your first professional job or internship by learning negotiation tips from recruiting gurus, as well as the importance of benefit packages. Lunch and prizes too!
Tuesday, Nov. 19, Noon - 1 p.m.
Zoom - https://stkate.zoom.us/j/99468398988
Discover how federal loans work, learn about loan forgiveness, get information regarding recent changes, know what is expected of you upon graduation, and review how repayment might look. Gift card giveaway too!
Educational Loan and Scholarship Resources
Take advantage of these online resources for managing your finances.
Professional Financial Counseling
If you or your family are experiencing complicated budgeting, debt and financial issues, have been the victims of identity theft, or you prefer to work with an outside professional rather than a peer, contact Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Financial Counseling of Minnesota. As a Katie, you are eligible for six free and confidential appointments through a grant with our office. To schedule a time call 1-888-577-2227 and tell the scheduler that you're a St. °µÍø½ûÇø student looking for an appointment with counselor Mei Lin .
If you earn less than $35,000 as an individual or $65,000 as a family and you would like ongoing free off-campus financial coaching, consider .