Bragg Mutual Federal Credit Union logo

This Week @ Bragg Mutual Federal Credit Union

Short, timely articles based on a real-world weekly theme.

College Financing

This week, we take a look at the role of higher education and the process of applying for financial aid for students going to college in the near future.
Students walking on a college campus

The Role of College Today

While the cost of college has risen rapidly, higher education continues to offer a path to success for many.

A college cap with the words financial aid written on it.

Understanding Financial Need

How schools determine your financial need, a crucial factor in many financial aid programs.

A college student signs a financial aid document at school.

Types of Financial Aid

The main types of financial aid are education loans, grants and scholarships, work-study, and service programs.

A pleased woman is reviewing her investment results.

Education Loans

An overview of the main types of student loans, including government loans, consolidation loans, and private loans.

A hypothetical FAFSA admission ticket

Applying for Aid

The aid application process, including descriptions of the FAFSA and CSS Profile forms.

Student walking on a college campus

Borrowing Wisely

Making smart choices about student loans, including a description of the impact of loan capitalization.

A student studies outside on a college campus

The FAFSA Simplification Act

A review of the major changes that resulted from this significant recent legislation.

 Trending Topics

Making Sense of Your Budget

How to Improve Cash Flow

Income and Expenses

Debt and the Pressure to Spend

Introduction to Budgeting

MoneyEdu for KIDS MoneyEdu for KIDS wordmark in the Baloo 2 ExtraBold heading style used on MoneyEdu.kids.

Money skills can start early.

Interactive money games designed for kids ages 7–12.

Explore

Need help now?

A person getting personalized help.

Get personalized debt and budget counseling by phone.

Learn More

(877) 311-2227

Learn More

About Us

We're a full-service financial institution dedicated to helping people better their financial status through education and thrift. Our credit union was chartered by Civil Service employees at Ft Bragg, NC in 1952. Since then, we have grown, servicing numerous occupational and association groups. We look forward to serving you and your family with all your financial needs.

 Visit Us Online

 Featured