Programs and Services
Empowering Students Through Financial Confidence
We believe financial wellness is key to student success. Our programs and services are designed to meet students where they are—whether that's in the classroom, online, or navigating life's unexpected turns. From hands-on workshops and personalized coaching, we're here to help you build confidence, resilience, and a plan for your financial future.
Why Visit the B2GMMC?
We assist students in understanding the financial aid and scholarships offered, and we answer questions related to semester charges and other student account inquiries.
- Schedule personal and confidential coaching sessions with trained professionals or peer mentors.
- Learn how to plan, track and review income, savings and expenses.
- Learn how to establish and manage credit.
- Create a financial survival plan for college.
- Understand credit reports and scores.
- Plan for tuition and fee payments.
- Research housing options.
- Create repayment plans for student loans and personal debt.
- Plan for expenses and living costs after college.
- Learn how to live without your parents' money and financial support.
- Analyze job offers and benefits packages.
- Bankruptcy counseling
- Financial planning
- Mortgage and refinancing counseling
- Investment advice
- Contacting creditors
- Selection of financial institutions
- Selection of financial planning services
- Retirement planning
- Tax advice and filling assistance
New Student Checklist
Your Lion journey starts here. This New Student Checklist is your step-by-step guide to getting ready for life at ETAMU—from financial aid and class registration to move-in prep and getting involved. It's everything you need to start strong and stay on track. Let's roar into your future!
- Submit FAFSA/TASFA annually for financial aid (School code: 003565)
- Accept admission offer via personal email
- Set up your myLeo email and check it regularly
- Register for New Student Orientation (NSO)
- Submit Bacterial Meningitis Vaccine Record (required for students under 22; you will receive an email in your LeoMail from [email protected])
- Take TSI Assessment (if required)
- Talk to an advisor and register for classes
- Apply for housing if living on campus (myLeo → Apps Tab)
- Send final high school or college transcripts
- Check Financial Aid Portal (myLeo → Student Resources Tab) regularly for updates, award notifications, and to accept/decline aid
- Apply for scholarships through the Donor Funded Portal (myLeo → Apps Tab)
- Apply for external scholarships
- Complete the FERPA Form (optional) if you want your parents to access your financial aid information
- Set up refund selection (myLeo → Apps Tab)
- Set up a payment plan (myLeo → Student Resources Tab → LeoPay)
- Get your student ID (Lion Card) – check LeoMail for instructions
- Check student account for financial aid disbursements (begin monitoring 10 days before classes start; myLeo → Student Resources Tab → LeoPay)
- Set up authorized user (optional) for parent/guardian contributions (myLeo → Student Resources Tab → LeoPay)
- Purchase or rent textbooks
- Download D2L Brightspace (learning platform)
- Explore tutoring and success resources
- Review your class schedule and campus map
- Check Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) status in myLeo at the end of the semester
- Pack dorm essentials (bed linens, toiletries, school supplies, etc.)
- Coordinate move-in time
- Get parking permit if bringing a car (myLeo → Apps Tab)
- Familiarize yourself with campus services (Health Center, Money Management Center, Lion Food Pantry, etc.)
- Monitor LeoMail for financial aid updates
- Return to Financial Aid Portal home page for any outstanding requirements (myLeo → Student Resources → Financial Aid)
- Book an appointment with Financial Aid
- Book an appointment with the Money Management Center by using the Student Navigate App in myLEO
- Follow ETAMU on social media (@ETAMU1889, @BeInvolvedLions, etc.)
- Check out student organizations & Greek Life
- Attend Welcome Week events
- Join GroupMe or Discords for your major
Financial Readiness Program
Our team takes our services to students. We reach out to students in classrooms, residence halls and student organization meetings. We also create events such as workshops, presentations and other special events. Wherever our students are, we'll be there to take them from blue to gold.
B2GMMC Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I am late to my coaching session?
If you are late to your appointment by ten minutes or more, the session will be canceled and you will need to reschedule.
Who would coach me?
Our coaching team is comprised of specially trained professional staff and peer leaders.
Can I bring someone with me?
Do I need to bring anything?
It depends! If you’d like help with aid requirements, FAFSA/TASFA, reviewing your student account, or anything involving myLEO, please bring your charged phone or laptop. Otherwise, you do not need to bring anything for your session.
How personalized is a coaching session?
A coaching session will cover what you would like to discuss about finances. You can ask general questions or discuss your situation, such as breaking down your monthly budget or looking at your loans. The personalization of this coaching is based on comfort.
How long do coaching sessions last?
Coaching sessions generally last 30 minutes and can be scheduled for up to an hour if requested in advance.
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Contact Us
- Blue to Gold Money Management Center
- 903.886.5175
- [email protected]
- Velma K. Waters Library, Suite 231