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We are a peer-to-peer financial wellness program housed in the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office at UC Berkeley. We offer workshops and one-on-one appointments to help students manage their personal finances in college and beyond. Although we are based in the Financial Aid and Scholarships office, we do not provide financial aid counseling. For financial aid questions, please visit Cal Student Central in 120 Sproul Hall or create a case online at: studentcentral.berkeley.edu

Join us tomorrow at 1 PM for a workshop with BMO to learn about handling identity theft and other financial emergencies....
10/14/2026

Join us tomorrow at 1 PM for a workshop with BMO to learn about handling identity theft and other financial emergencies. Register through tinyurl.com/cfwfall. We hope to see you there!

October is the season of spooky financial scares! Learn about creating an emergency fund to buffer against unexpected bi...
10/13/2026

October is the season of spooky financial scares! Learn about creating an emergency fund to buffer against unexpected bills and expenses this fall, including how much to save and where!

Halloween doesn't have to be expensive. 🎃💰Swipe through to learn how to build a killer costume on a budget. Whether you'...
10/09/2026

Halloween doesn't have to be expensive. 🎃💰

Swipe through to learn how to build a killer costume on a budget. Whether you're thrifting, shopping dollar stores, or DIYing from scratch, these 4 tips will help you look fire without spending $100.

Key takeaways:
📌 Thrift stores + Facebook Marketplace for base pieces
📌 Dollar stores for accessories & finishing touches
📌 Craft stores for DIY customization
📌 Buy Nothing groups for free community swaps

Thanks to the budget-conscious Berkeley students out there making Halloween creative, not expensive. Your wallet will thank you. 🙌

Help the CFW choose its new Best Friend! Let us know if you want to see more of Penny or Finley on our upcoming designs,...
10/06/2026

Help the CFW choose its new Best Friend! Let us know if you want to see more of Penny or Finley on our upcoming designs, merch, and branding! One follower who votes in the poll in the comments will randomly be chosen for a $50 gift card!

Come to our October workshops to practice financial wellness as fall kicks off! This month, we’re covering important ste...
09/29/2026

Come to our October workshops to practice financial wellness as fall kicks off! This month, we’re covering important steps when buying a car, what to do in the event of identity theft, and building credit. Register at tinyurl.com/cfwfall. We hope to see you there!

Join us this Wednesday for the CFW Open House! Find us near Sather Gate to play games, talk to our student coaches, and ...
09/28/2026

Join us this Wednesday for the CFW Open House! Find us near Sather Gate to play games, talk to our student coaches, and learn more about what the CFW offers!

Back-to-school on a budget? We’ve got you covered!Swipe through to check out affordable thrifting spots, free campus spo...
09/25/2026

Back-to-school on a budget? We’ve got you covered!

Swipe through to check out affordable thrifting spots, free campus spots, and budget-friendly outdoor activities around UC Berkeley!

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What’s your favorite budget spot in Berkeley? Let us know in the comments!

Debt doesn't have to be scary. 💰Swipe through to learn how to take control of your finances. Whether you're dealing with...
09/24/2026

Debt doesn't have to be scary. 💰

Swipe through to learn how to take control of your finances. Whether you're dealing with student loans, credit cards, or thinking about your first big purchase, these fundamentals will help you make smarter money moves.

Key takeaways:
📌 Understand what you owe
📌 Know your repayment options
📌 Build habits that work for YOU

Thanks to UC Berkeley Center for Financial Wellness for these essential money lessons. Your future self will thank you. 🙌

Debt doesn’t have to be scary. 💰Swipe through to learn how to take control of your finances. Whether you’re dealing with...
09/24/2026

Debt doesn’t have to be scary. 💰

Swipe through to learn how to take control of your finances. Whether you’re dealing with student loans, credit cards, or thinking about your first big purchase, these fundamentals will help you make smarter money moves.

Key takeaways:
📌 Understand what you owe
📌 Know your repayment options
📌 Build habits that work for YOU

Thanks to UC Berkeley Center for Financial Wellness for these essential money lessons. Your future self will thank you. 🙌

Whether you’re just getting your first credit card, or a student trying to use your credit card responsibly to build lon...
09/22/2026

Whether you’re just getting your first credit card, or a student trying to use your credit card responsibly to build long-term credit, or just curious about credit cards in general, join the CFW this Thursday to learn more! We’ll cover a range of topics from crucial vocabulary to useful resources to the principles of building up credit. Register at tinyurl.com/CFWSwipeRight!

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210 Sproul Hall
Berkeley, CA
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