Sinclair College

Student Financial Education Resources

Your School. Your Money. Your Journey.

At Wright-Patt Credit Union® (WPCU®),  we want to help you get your financial journey started off on the right foot. It can be tough to know where to start, but you're not alone. Whether you are just starting out or gearing up for graduation, we’ve partnered with Sinclair College to be your go-to for financial resources.

We offer tips, tools, and the advice you need when it comes to finances. Visit one of our three member centers downtown or schedule an appointment online at your nearest member center to learn more about how WPCU can help you manage your money through college.

We’re here to help you make your financial journey stress free, and it all starts when you Respect Your Money®. We’ve got you covered so you have more time to take in a performance from the Sinclair Theatre department, join one of the 30 student clubs on campus, or focus on your student-life balance. We’re excited to offer in-person financial wellness and education classes right on campus too.

Check out the Tartan resources below where you’ll find some quick tips and resources to get you started. Not finding what you’re looking for? Give us a shout or schedule an appointment with a financial coach.

  • Managing Your Money

    We have tools, resources and services to meet your financial needs as you start out on your financial journey and at every stage of life – whether you’re just starting out or you’re about to graduate and wondering what’s next.
  • Payments & Plans

    Understanding borrowing basics and what makes up your credit score is key when it comes to borrowing smarter and will ultimately help you with your future financial goals.
  • Future Planning

    We want to help you plan for a stronger future so you can live the life you want to live, no matter what comes next.

Managing Your Money

We have tools, resources and services to meet your financial needs as you start out on your financial journey and at every stage of life – whether you’re just starting out or you’re about to graduate and wondering what’s next.

WPCU is here to help you learn financial fundamentals to help you live the life you want to live. We’re excited to teach you how to save better, spend and manage your money wisely, borrow smarter, and plan for your future whether you’re a freshman or about to turn your tassel.

If you’re looking for budgeting basics, money management or which financial institution suits your needs best, then you’re in the right spot. We’ve put together smart money management tools and helpful tips, check them out!

Payments & Plans

Understanding borrowing basics and what makes up your credit score is key when it comes to borrowing smarter and will ultimately help you with your future financial goals.

Establishing and maintaining good credit will help you borrow money in the future for things like buying a car, furthering your education, or buying a home. Having a clear understanding of what makes up your credit health, what fraudulent credit scams to look out for and how to establish and maintain credit will set you up for financial success in the future.

Try a few of our credit and fraud tips, videos and tools:

Future Planning

We want to help you plan for a stronger future so you can live the life you want to live, no matter what comes next.

Having a smart plan for tomorrow and setting short- and long-term goals, will set you up for future financial success. At WPCU, we want to help you save better, plan for the future, and achieve your goals. We can help you plan for now, soon and later while helping you research your options.

Let’s get started, check out these helpful tools, resources and videos:

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