We want St. Kate's students to feel empowered with their financial decisions and to develop personal financial management skills that contribute to purposeful life-long learning. To that end, we provide comprehensive information and resources designed to teach students the life skills of personal finance and money management.
Office Hours
Office hours are Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. We are closed on Fridays. Email us at moneymentors@stkate.edu for assistance.
Money Doesn't Grow on Trees Speaker Series - Fall 2026
In addition to personal financial counseling, we offer presentations and workshops that address financial topics relevant to students. This programming is made possible through the efforts of the peer money mentors, the wonderful guest speakers, and gift monies from outside resources. Extra bonus - refreshments, gift cards, or other prize perks are offered at all events!
Tuesday September 29th, 12-1pm
https://stkate.zoom.us/j/93959212454
Thursday October 1st, 12-1pm
https://stkate.zoom.us/j/97966757690
Get money for school - learn how to effectively find and apply for outside scholarships. Also, get tips on avoiding scam scholarships. Amazon gift card giveaway included!
Tuesday October 20th, 11:45am-1pm
CDC 370
The high cost of eating out has made cooking at home a necessity. We've researched grocery store chains and came up with strategies to cook easily for less at home or in the dorm. Light lunch provided!
Thursday November 5th 12-1pm
https://stkate.zoom.us/j/95179191484
Unexpected things happen that can send a budget into a tailspin. Learn how to prepare for financial emergencies to avoid the crash. Amazon gift card giveaway included!
Tuesday November 17th, 11:45am-1pm
CDC 370
Discover how federal loans work, learn about loan forgiveness, get information regarding recent changes, know what is expected of you upon graduation and review how repayment might look. Enjoy a light lunch while receiving this important information!
Peer Financial Counseling
St. Kate's peer money mentors are students specially trained in money matters by Lutheran Social Service Financial Counseling and Debt Management, Synchrony Financial, and various St. Kate's departments.
The peer money mentors help with
- putting together a budget
- finding scholarships
- tracking government loans
- free tax preparation resources
- understanding and building credit
- identity theft and fraud protection
- saving strategies
- managing debt and debt stress
Get their help by
- visiting them whenever the lights are on and someone is in CdC 211
- setting up an appointment through email or by calling 651-690-6815
- attending one of their Money Doesn't Grow on Trees events or programs put on with groups around campus
- requesting they present on a money management topic at your club, for your residence hall floor, in the classroom, at a senate meeting or other occasion (give at least two weeks' notice)
Educational Loan and Scholarship Resources
Take advantage of these online resources for managing your finances.
Professional Financial Counseling
If you or your family are experiencing complicated budgeting, debt and financial issues, have been the victims of identity theft, or you prefer to work with an outside professional rather than a peer, contact Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Financial Counseling of Minnesota. As a Katie, you are eligible for six free and confidential appointments through a grant with our office. To schedule a time call 1-888-577-2227 and tell the scheduler that you're a St. Catherine University student looking for an appointment with counselor Mei Lin .
If you earn less than $35,000 as an individual or $65,000 as a family and you would like ongoing free off-campus financial coaching, consider Prepare + Prosper's Money Mentors.