Finances

As a first-generation college student, it is important to learn how to manage your money so that you can graduate from Texas State with little to no debt as possible.

Managing your money can alleviate financial stressors that can impact your well-being and academics. Texas State has the Bobcat Online Scholarship System (BOSS) with many scholarship opportunities.

Track how much money you spend daily for a week, add everything up, create a budget for yourself for the following week, and review often. For instance, you may decide that you will only eat out twice a week to save money.

Additionally, you have access to free financial advisors through Bobcat GOLD available to help you.