Center for Financial Literacy and Education
Peer Financial Coaching
Take charge of your financial future.
In the Peer Financial Coaching Program, we believe managing money should feel empowering—not overwhelming. Our trained student coaches offer free, personalized support to help you build budgeting skills, tackle debt, understand credit, and feel confident about your financial decisions.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking for specific advice, we’re here to help.
Meet Your Peer Financial Coaches
Avery Eldred, Senior | 📧 ade00006@mix.wvu.edu
“As a Peer Financial Coach, I’m passionate about helping fellow students build healthy financial habits through education. I want every Mountaineer to feel confident, informed, and empowered to take charge of their financial future.”
Hobbies: I am a coffee enthusiast, avid reader, traveler, and yoga lover
Corinne O’Connor, Senior | 📧 cio00002@mix.wvu.edu
“As a peer financial coach, I value helping Mountaineers build a foundation for financial independence. Every student deserves to graduate with confidence in managing money and avoiding unnecessary debt. I look forward to carrying this passion into my career by empowering people from all backgrounds to understand, manage, and grow their wealth.”
Hobbies: I love traveling, cooking, reading, and skiing
Noah Skinner, Senior | 📧 nbs00003@mix.wvu.edu
“I believe everyone should have the right to basic financial knowledge. With so many businesses trying to convince you to spend your money, it's easy to overspend. As a peer financial coach, I'm here to help you be more responsible with your money and make better financial decisions.”
Hobbies: I enjoy skiing, golfing, music, and watching football
How We Can Help
Budget Setup
Step-by-step guidance to create a working budget using YNAB, a free tool for students.
Budget Coaching
After your initial setup, we’ll review your habits and offer personalized tips to optimize your spending and saving.
Debt Management
Get advice on student loans, repayment options, and strategies to minimize your debt while in school and after graduation.
Credit Coaching
Learn how to build, maintain, and improve your credit for future financial goals like renting an apartment, buying a car, or purchasing a home.
Upcoming Events
Stay tuned!
We’ll update this section with workshops, webinars, and special financial literacy events throughout the semester.
Get Involved
Interested in becoming a Peer Financial Coach?
Contact Kayla Smell at Kayla.Smell@mail.wvu.edu