FAME provides a variety of free tools and resources to help you afford education after high school, as well as build financial capability and reach your financial goals.
Online Financial Education
Powered by iGrad® and Enrich®, FAME offers free online financial education to support Maine people during high school, college, and beyond.
How to get started:
- Create a free iGrad account while you’re in high school or college, or through Enrich if you’re no longer in school.
- Complete your financial wellness assessment.
- Browse recommended videos, articles, or complete a course.
Financial Check-in with FAME
FREE webinars for anyone looking to learn more about preparing for and paying for higher education, including refinancing student loan debt. These webinars are held the first Friday of most months at noon and are recorded for later viewing.
Free Publication: BUILD: Key Steps to Financial Wellness (formerly Manage)
Available for download or order, this publication provides important money management strategies and key steps for financial success.
Calculators
Free calculators help you understand the cost of college, create a budget, and compare student loan debt vs. future salary.
Informational Videos
FAME’s videos and recorded presentations can help make paying for school a little clearer.
Financial Aid Resources and FAFSA Help
Throughout the year, FAME offers free in-person and virtual Financial Aid Information Sessions to support Maine students and families. In addition to FAFSA help, FAME has a variety of resources and tools to support FAFSA completion. We encourage you to learn more about affording higher education by visiting our resources on how to:
FAME Business Roadmap
This tool was created to provide you with the key steps in the business planning and financing process.
Maine Financial Wellness Clearinghouse
Brought to you by the Maine Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy, this interactive resource offers a collection of programs and resources to support educators and individuals.
