Money Path is a powerful tool for student advisors.

It helps students make connections between post high school planning and long-term financial wellbeing, explore potential pathways after high school and plan for their next steps. Money Path gives advisors a tangible, engaging way to help students think past today and create personalized plans for their future. Students can revisit and adapt their plans throughout their high school experience. Advisors can also use Money Path to support family engagement in post high school planning

Target Audience Students in grades 10-12
Supplies
  • Internet access
  • Computer/tablet – one per student
  • Class code

  • Understand the connection between academic planning, life after high school and financial wellbeing
  • Navigate life paths to explore different interests and pathways after high school, examining college and career choices, student loan debt, salary, savings, goals, major purchases and budgeting
  • Compare personalized paths side-by-side to show the impact of decisions on long-term financial success

  • 1:1 advising meetings
  • FAFSA preparation and justification
  • College visit preparation
  • Capstone and portfolio project support
  • Parent conferences

How It Works

Money Path enriches classroom instruction by helping students apply the knowledge and skills you’ve equipped them with to build plans for their future.

  • Step 1:

    Students select the post-graduation option or career path they want to explore. If considering post-secondary education, they select the institution and field of study.

  • Step 2:

    Students then explore the education expenses and income connected to the career option they are considering.

  • Step 3:

    Students assess their need for student loans and the long-term financial impact.

  • Step 4:

    Students create a budget with their estimated future income and living expenses.

  • Step 5:

    Students set financial goals and forecast retirement savings based on prior choices.

  • Step 6:

    Students can save as many paths as they like and compare them to make the best decision for their future.

Guided Facilitation Video

Setup and Get Started with Money Path.

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Available at no cost to Wisconsin schools

Money Path is currently available free to Wisconsin school districts thanks to generous sponsors.

Educators outside Wisconsin can contact us to learn more.

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