Kansas State University

Campus resources to support your financial well-being

Submitted by Division of Academic Success and Student Affairs

Financial well-being impacts all aspects of your life. From paying for college to negotiating salaries to managing your day-to-day budget, your finances can influence your academic, physical and emotional well-being. That's why financial well-being is a focus area of K-State's Health-Promoting University initiative, working to reduce financial stress and increase financial literacy in the K-State community.

Understanding your finances can also be daunting. K-State has many on-campus resources to help you take charge of your financial well-being so you can feel more confident in achieving your goals.

• Meet with a peer financial counselor from Powercat Financial to discuss a number of topics, including budgeting, student loans, understanding your credit score and transitioning to a career. These meetings are free and available to all students enrolled at K-State. Schedule your appointment through Navigate, or peruse available topics online.
• Gain skills to negotiate a fair salary with the Career Center so you can feel confident about making the transition from college to career. As you start to land interviews, schedule time to meet with a career advisor. You'll gain salary negotiation tips, along with interview practice, cover letter and resume reviews, and more. Plus, K-State students can access the Career Closet for free professional clothing to wear during your interviews.

Looking for cost-effective health care, legal or grocery options? K-State has that, too.

• Get comprehensive health services at Lafene Health Center. Services are offered free to students paying the Student Services Fee. Some services that have an additional fee are often available for a more affordable rate than through private practices, making Lafene Health Center a cost-effective choice for most students.
• Access free mental health care with Lafene Counseling and Psychological Services' counselors. Lafene CAPS offers mental health support through individual sessions, workshops and group therapy, so students can find the treatment that works best for them. All services are free of charge to students paying the student services fee. Learn more and register at k-state.edu/counseling.
• Get immediate access to food and hygiene items at Cats' Cupboard. Available to all students, Cats' Cupboard has a variety of fresh and non-perishable food items and personal hygiene items for the K-State community — no income verification required. Simply bring your Wildcat ID each time you visit, and bring home the items you need.
• Receive free and confidential legal advice through Student Legal Services. The office can help students with multiple issues, from serving as a notary public, preparing Powers of Attorney, or consulting on various topics. Learn more about how the office can help you, or schedule an appointment by visiting k-state.edu/legal.

DASSA provides an impactful and holistic K-State experience by aligning student life resources with academic support programs, so you can succeed inside and outside the classroom. To learn more about all the ways we support students, visit k-state.edu/dassa or stop by Room 122 of Anderson Hall.