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
Christian Goumas | 📧 cgg00001@mix.wvu.edu
“As a Peer Financial Coach, I’m passionate about helping students feel secure in their finances through effective budgeting and spreading financial literacy. I want every Mountaineer to feel confident and empowered when making financial decisions."
Fun fact: I love drawing, reading, running, and hiking!
Andrew Williams | 📧 arw00015@mix.wvu.edu
“I’m dedicated to helping students take control of their money through budgeting, debt management, and smart financial choices. My goal is to make personal finance less overwhelming so you can make confident decisions about your future."
Fun fact: I enjoy fishing, hiking, and camping whenever I get the chance!
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 Joseph DeGroff at jdegroff@mail.wvu.edu