Dear First_Name
 

At SIPA’s Financial Aid Office, we are dedicated to helping you explore all available means to finance your education. Whether it’s federal, institutional, or private funding, our financial aid staff is here to assist you throughout the application processes to help you reach your goals. Today, we want to share an important and free tool that can support your financial wellness journey: iGrad!

 

WHAT IS COLUMBIA IGRAD?

iGrad is a free, web-based financial literacy platform available to all Columbia students at columbia.igrad.com. It offers lifetime personalized financial wellness education and loan management resources. You can start using it today!

 

HOW DO I ACCESS IGRAD?

Simply visit columbia.igrad.com using your Columbia University email to create your login. Once you sign in securely, you’ll gain access to numerous articles, videos, and calculators that can help you manage your finances effectively.

 

Here’s what you can do with iGrad:

1. Start with a financial checkup: iGrad will create a personalized plan to help you achieve your financial goals.

 

2. See your financial stress score: Compare your score with peers and receive recommendations to lower financial stress and achieve your goals.

 

3. Understand your money personality: Discover how your personality can affect your plan’s overall success.

 

4. Stay on track: Utilize financial tools, courses, and the latest content to keep yourself on the right financial track.

 

SCHOLARSHIPS & OUTSIDE AWARDS

iGrad also provides a hand-curated scholarship engine. With no lengthy signup process, you can search the entire database in one click and apply customizable filters. Explore national, regional, and school-specific scholarships by visiting columbia.igrad.com/scholarships.

 

RECOMMENDED COURSES

Graduate Students:

• “Creating a financial plan for your priorities and goals”
  • “Breaking Down the Repayment Options”
  • “Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Do You Qualify?”

International Students

• “5 Tips for International Students Financing a U.S. Education”
• “Basic Credit Card Types and Terms You Need to Know”

NEED HELP WITH IGRAD?

If you need any assistance, the team at iGrad can help. Simply click on the chat icon in the lower right corner for support. Find the answers to the most frequently asked questions, including how to provide feedback, here>>

OTHER SIPA FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES

• Financial Education Tools
• External Funding Database
• Student Loans & Federal Aid
• International Student Resources
• Financial Aid FAQs

 

Best Regards,

 

SIPA Office of Financial Aid team

Please contact us if you have any questions at sipa_finaid@sipa.columbia.edu