Financial Education Center
We’re here to help with what’s important, no matter where life takes you. Choose what you’re focused on and see how you can prepare for the future.
Welcome to the M&T Bank Financial Education Center.
We’re here to help improve your financial understanding, no matter where life takes you. Our playlists are designed to help boost your confidence in understanding your personal finances as well as offer important advice to help you prepare for the future, no matter your stage of life.
Personalized Knowledge
Learning can be quick, easy and empowering. Review helpful materials that are appropriate for your individual financial goals and behaviors.
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Banking for Families
Lay a solid financial foundation for your child's future. Learn about 529 plans, savings accounts, how to have family conversations about money and more.
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Financial Caregiving
Learn more about the responsibilities of caring for and protecting another person’s finances.
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Banking for Teens
Good money habits last a lifetime. Open your first checking or savings account to save for your first car or a special event like prom.
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Banking for College Students
From financing student loans to building credit, college is full of difficult financial decisions. Learn more about budgeting and paying for college.
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MagnusCards
M&T’s partnership with Magnusmode introduces individuals with cognitive disabilities to the fundamental steps in banking through a storytelling digital app.
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Banking for Life Changes
Major life changes like a new apartment or first full-time job may mean changing financial goals. Learn how to budget, use credit wisely, and save for the future.
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Building Financial Resilience
Learn about CARES Act benefits and helpful tips on building a financial safety net, even during a time of crisis.
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Becoming a Homeowner
Ready to buy or just getting started? Learn how to save for a down payment and build a budget that includes your future monthly mortgage payment.
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Preparing for Retirement
Determine whether you're properly insured and investing wisely for the future.
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Banking for Entrepreneurs
We're here to help you take a step closer to your dream of being an entrepreneur with lessons on the fundamentals of starting a business.
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Growing your Small Business
Learn more about what it takes for your small business to thrive.
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- This information is for students attending participating degree-granting schools. M&T Bank Undergraduate Student Loan information is for undergraduates only. Graduate Certificate/Continuing Education coursework is not eligible for MBA, Medical, Dental, and Law School Loans. Borrowers must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents if the school is located outside of the United States. Non-U.S. citizen borrowers who reside in the U.S. are eligible with a creditworthy cosigner (who must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident) and are required to provide an unexpired government-issued photo ID to verify identity. Applications are subject to a requested minimum loan amount of $1,000. Current credit and other eligibility criteria apply.
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- Information advertised valid as of 05/01/2021.
- Although we do not charge a penalty or fee if you prepay your loan, any prepayment will be applied as outlined in your promissory note—first to Unpaid Fees and costs, then to Unpaid Interest, and then to Current Principal.
- Loan amount cannot exceed the cost of attendance less financial aid received, as certified by the school. M&T Bank reserves the right to approve a lower loan amount than the school-certified amount. Miscellaneous personal expenses (such as a laptop) may be included in the cost of attendance for students enrolled at least half-time.
- Interest is charged throughout the life of the loan—beginning with disbursement, during school, through any grace/separation period, and ending when the loan is paid in full. With the Fixed and Deferred Repayment Options, the interest rate is higher than with the Interest Repayment Option and Unpaid Interest is added to the loan’s Current Principal at the end of the grace/separation period. Payments may be required during the grace/separation period depending on the repayment option selected. Variable rates may increase over the life of the loan.