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Be debt savvy

Be debt savvy — learn responsible debt management practices, starting with your first student loan and lasting throughout your life.

By building and maintaining a good credit rating, you will be well on your way to a solid financial footing.

Be debt savvy by understanding how to manage your expenses, protect your credit score, and borrow wisely. A few simple practices can jump-start your successful financial future.

Be debt savvy with your education money

Before you borrow: What you need to know.
While in school: Keep your finances under control.
Preparing to graduate: Learn about your repayment options and stay on top of your finances.
In repayment: Build and keep a strong credit rating.

Save money with Sallie Mae's be debt savvy resources

Understand our 1-2-3 approach to paying for college^SM
Build a strong, positive credit history
Be an educated borrower
Learn about the best student loan repayment options for you
Explore our FAQs about credit history and student loans

See all Sallie Mae's Be debt savvy resources.

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Listen to Sallie Mae's 1-2-3 approach to paying for college podcast (MP3, 6.57MB).

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Be debt savvy

Be debt savvy with your education money

Save money with Sallie Mae's be debt savvy resources

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