Personal finance for college students NBC Boston [Video]

Money is on the minds of college students! They don’t think they’re getting enough education on how to handle personal finances and there is a lot they’re worried about post-graduation.

In a recent survey conducted by WalletHub, college students across the country were asked about their financial attitudes and concerns.

Almost half of the students say they will try to make as much money as possible professionally, rather than follow their passion and they are worried about debt.

The survey sampled over 210 college students. Nearly half say their school is not doing enough to educate them about personal finance.

Peer pressure is another significant factor influencing students’ financial decisions; 75% admitted to feeling pressured by their peers to overspend beyond their means.

And when it comes to life after graduation – the top fear among students isn’t just about landing a job, but also grappling with the burden of …