April is National Financial Literacy month, so if you're dedicated to really becoming financially literate, here is what you need to know.

A recent class-action lawsuit has led to a settlement of approximately $7.5 billion for student loan borrowers who claim the Department of Education, under the Trump administration, had intentionally not followed regulations implemented by the Obama administration, which led to many people having their debt relief claims denied.

All college students should have health insurance. In case you have a medical emergency, you don’t want to be stuck paying a ton of bills. Your college or university typically provides health insurance and a health facility (for non-life-threatening concerns), and even 2-year colleges offer medical plans.

You can officially sign up for a healthcare plan through the Affordable Care Act healthcare exchange (also known as ObamaCare). Open enrollment starts November 1 and lasts through December 15, 2022. If you select a plan in time, then your health coverage will begin on January 1.