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The Personal Finance Index: A New Measure of Financial Literacy
Operating and Financial Leverage in Gen Y Households
Events
Postsecondary Success, Debt, and Philanthropy’s Role
The TIAA Institute and Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors co-hosted a convening of funders and thought leaders.
2016 TIAA Paul A. Samuelson Award Ceremony
Past EventsInsights
The decision to consolidate or merge higher education institutions is never easy, and the process is nearly always painful and costly. But given the potential benefits, and current fiscal realities, leaders need to consider mergers in their long-term strategic plans.
Each time a liberal arts college closes its doors, commentators predict the imminent demise of small private institutions. But does the data back up this belief?
As market forces continue to reshape the higher education landscape, understanding the U.S. college presidency – and its inherent challenges and opportunities – is more important than ever.
Research Reports
Using data from the first wave of the TIAA Institute-GFLEC Personal Finance Index, this report examines financial literacy among Hispanic adults in the United States.
Financial communications can be complex, making misinterpretation likely. This study takes an in-depth look at how people process – and act upon – financial information.
To preserve retirement wealth, IRAs and employer-sponsored defined contribution plans typically impose a penalty on early withdrawals. How might individuals respond if the penalty were lifted?
Working with leading research centers, associations and think tanks across the nation helps the TIAA Institute tap into their diverse expertise and broaden its impact among its audiences. This yields reliable, data-driven information leaders need to make sound decisions.