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Pathways to financial success
Workplace financial education program that empowers employees to take control of their finances. More...

The U of I Center for Economic and Financial Education is dedicated to improving the economic and financial well-being of consumers and their families. The Center provides the latest in educational resources, evaluation tools, and cutting-edge research. It also offers comprehensive training and support to financial education providers. Learn more...

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Does Bankruptcy Counseling Help Debtors Establish a Fresh Start?

With a struggling U.S. economy and a large number of employers downsizing their operations, many Americans are finding themselves in severe financial distress. In some cases, individuals decide their only solution is to file for bankruptcy. More...

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2012 National Personal Finance Challenge
Designed to recognize students who demonstrate high levels of comprehension and application of personal finance concepts and skills, and reward teachers for outstanding practices in teaching personal finance courses. Learn more...

2012 Econ Challenge
A competition for teams of high school students, where their knowledge of economics is tested and recognized. Student participants receive certificates of recognition, awards and accolades. The competition is open to Illinois teachers who have high school students enrolled in an economics or economics-related course during the 2011-2012 school year. Learn more...

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Financial Literacy Around the World
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    Bringing you best practices in financial education and research from our neighbors around the world. More...
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