University Bursar Announcements

Free Webinar - Buying vs Renting a Home

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:00 CDT

Register for this free webinar on how to identify hidden costs, what's right for you, and ways to prepare for your next move, be that into a rental or home ownership.

Take the Know What You Owe Challenge

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Fri, 01 May 2026 23:45:00 CDT

You could win one of five $50 gift cards by by logging in & completing a quiz at go.uillinois.edu/KnowWhatYouOwe. This event ends May 1, 2026.

University Bursar

bursarhelp@uillinois.edu (University Bursar) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:00:00 CDT

We're here to help you navigate billing and payments. Learn more about University Bursar.

Free Webinar - Student Loan Management

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:00:00 CDT

Register for this free webinar on how to manage student loans as a borrower regardless of where you are in your student loan management journey.

Free Webinar - Cover Your Assets: Protect Yourself with Insurance

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:00:00 CST

Take the Understand Your Refund Challenge

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (Student Money Management Center) — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:00:00 CST

You could win one of five gift cards by by logging in & completing the Understand Your Refund quiz in Qualtrics. This event runs through March 1.

Free Webinar - Investing 102: Risks & Rewards

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:00:00 CST

Take your investing knowledge to the next level on February 25! Register now for Investing 102 to learn advanced concepts and key tips for successful investing.

Free Webinar - Investing 101: Wealth Building Basics

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:00:00 CST

Want to start investing? Register now to attend Investing 101: Wealth Building Basics on February 6, 2025. Learn basic investing terms and concepts to confidently begin your investment journey.

Free Webinar - Demystifying the Financial Aid Process

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:00:00 CST

Register for this free webinar to unlock the secrets of financial aid and learn how to maximize your financial aid package to ease the burden of educational expenses.

Take the Know What You Owe Challenge

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 23:45:00 CST

You could win one of five $50 gift cards by by logging in & completing a quiz at go.uillinois.edu/KnowWhatYouOwe. This event ends December 15, 2025.

Free Webinar - Hack-Proof Your Holidays

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:00:00 CST

Register for this free webinar to learn how to protect yourself or your business from fraud, recognize identity theft, and what to do if you're affected by social engineering or security breaches.

Free Webinar - Future-Proofing Your Finances: Career Planning for Uncertain Times

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:00:00 CST

Register for this free webinar to explore how job benefits can add up to big dollars and learn how to navigate your career with confidence, even in an unpredictable job market.

SNAP Disruption: Where to Find Food Now

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (Andrea Pellegrini) — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:15:00 CDT

If you're affected by the SNAP funding disruption or simply don't have the resources to afford enough nutritious food, read where you can find food on your campus and your community.

Free Webinar - Spooked by Spending Plans?

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:00:00 CDT

Register for this free webinar to uncover simple strategies to conquering your financial fears and overcome common budgeting obstacles.

Free Webinar - Save Money on Food

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:00:00 CDT

Register for this free webinar co-hosted by University Bursar's Student Money Management Center and University of Illinois Extension on meal planning and smart shopping strategies to help you save money on food.

Free Webinar - Cash at College: Spending, Saving, & Student Loans

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 12:00:00 CDT

Register for this free webinar co-hosted by University Bursar's Student Money Management Center and Student Loans & Collections units on budgeting, banking, and more financial planning basics for incoming students and their families.

Free Webinar - Prepay or Prepare to Pay: Tax Planning for Students

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 12:00:00 CDT

Learn important tax planning strategies for students on August 20! Register now for Prepay or Prepare to Pay to learn how some scholarly funding, W-4s, and gig work impact your tax liabilities & responsibilities.

Get Savvy - Grow Your Green Stuff Webinars for 2025-2026

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 11:45:00 CDT

The 2025-2026 Get Savvy: Grow Your Green Stuff annual webinar series schedule is out. Register today and #GetSavvy.

Take the Fact Check Your Debt Challenge

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Thu, 01 May 2025 23:45:00 CDT

You could win one of five $50 gift cards by by logging in & completing a quiz at go.uillinois.edu/FactCheckYourDebt. This event ends May 1, 2025.

Free Webinar - Psychology and Money

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Thu, 01 May 2025 12:00:00 CDT

Does money buy happiness? Register now to attend the Money & Happiness webinar May 1, 2025, to find out.

Take the Understand Your Refund Challenge

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (Student Money Management Center) — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 12:00:00 CST

You could win one of five gift cards by by logging in & completing the Understand Your Refund quiz on Moodle. This event runs through March 1.

Do you owe a balance on your student account?

bursarhelp@uillinois.edu (University Bursar) — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 15:00:00 CST

University Bursar offers several payment methods.

Free Webinar - Mastering the Consumer Credit Game

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:00:00 CST

Understand and master the U.S. credit system. Register now to attend Mastering the Consumer Credit Game webinar December 5, 2024, to learn how to build, manage, and protect your credit.

Take the Know What You Owe Challenge

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:00:00 CST

You could win one of five $50 gift cards by by logging in & completing a quiz at go.uillinois.edu/KnowWhatYouOwe. This event ends December 15, 2024.

Free Webinar - Building, Protecting, & Leaving Your Nest Egg

studentmoney@uillinois.edu (SMMC Staff) — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:00:00 CST

Plan your legacy with confidence. Register now to attend this free webinar on November 7, 2024, where you can learn essential concepts of asset management across the life span. Build, protect, and leave your nest egg for future generations.