Financial Wellness | Clarkson College

Clarkson College has not always been a college. Instead, we began in 1888 as a school of nursing—the first in the state of Nebraska. Over the last 125 years, we've established a new campus, expanded our program offerings and adopted a new name. All the while, we've maintained a commitment to preparing our students to be the best in various realms of health care. This commitment to excellence has and always will remain a defining quality of Clarkson College.

About

At Clarkson College, you don't just study health care—you prepare to be the best in it. All around you are professionally trained faculty, practicing clinicians and classmates who share the belief that they, too, can better the lives of others. With eight fields and twenty majors to choose from, you have a broad range of options for making a difference—quite possibly even before you graduate.

Academics

Clarkson College welcomes undergraduate and graduate students, transfer and international students, and adults who are returning to college to continue their studies or advance their health care careers. Here, you'll find everything you need to get started.

Admissions

The Student Financial Services department helps provide opportunities for talented, dedicated and deserving students to attend Clarkson College. Whether you're seeking scholarships and grants, loans, payment plans, or a combination, we'll help you find the answer most suitable for you.

Tuition & Financial Aid

College is a time of self-discovery, personal growth and—most certainly—fun. We're thrilled your main objective is to pursue a future in health care, but we also want you to look back on your college education and recollect all of things you experienced—lectures and textbooks aside. There are numerous ways for you to get involved at Clarkson College. Here's a peek at some of them.

Student Life

Every day, Clarkson College alumni are changing lives in ways that are both practical and profound. As the proud alma mater of these astounding health care professionals, Clarkson College strives to keep our alumni connected to not only the College but also with one another. Here, you will find all the ways you can stay connected.

Alumni

March 28-April 1, 2022

The Clarkson College Financial Aid department is dedicated to helping students learn about financial well-being in all aspects of their professional and personal lives. During Financial Wellness Week, students can participate in events designed to help you gain insight into everyday financial practices and develop healthy habits when it comes to spending and budgeting.

Monday, March 28

Coffee and Doughnuts

Student Center, first floor
When: 8–10 a.m. CST

Enjoy free coffee and doughnuts, courtesy of the Clarkson College Financial Aid and Student Accounts departments.

Thursday, March 31

Understanding Credit

Virtual Event
When: 10–11 a.m. CST
Register Here

Jeff Lackey will be presenting on the basics of understanding credit and what you need to know to establish and maintain good credit. All participants who attend will be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card.

Friday, April 1

Meet and Greet Lunch

Student Center, first floor
When: 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. CST

Grab a free lunch and connect with members of the Financial Aid and Student Accounts departments.

Budgeting Tips

Creating a realistic, easy-to-follow budget is the first step in becoming financially responsible. Get started by following these simple tips.

Overestimate your expenses.
Involve your family in the budgeting process.
Prepare for the unexpected by building your emergency fund.
Differentiate between needs and wants.
Record your actual expenses.
Use credit cards wisely.
Make your financial aid refund last.