Lansing, MI – August 14, 2025 - Cooley Law School today announced a new partnership with Collegiate and AlumniFi, two digital-first financial brands powered by MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU), to support students and alumni in building financial wellness at every stage of their journey.
This partnership reflects Cooley’s deep commitment to delivering a comprehensive, real-world experience that not only supports students through law school but continues to provide resources and tools for their success long after graduation.
“At Cooley, we aim to equip our students with more than just legal knowledge—we want to give them every opportunity to succeed in life and in practice,” said James McGrath, President and Dean of Cooley Law School. “That means addressing financial wellness as a key part of the student experience and continuing that support as they transition into their careers. Collegiate and AlumniFi give our students and graduates access to modern tools that will serve them far beyond their time on campus.”
Through this partnership, current Cooley students can access Collegiate—a mobile-first banking experience built for student life. With dividend-earning savings accounts, no monthly fees, real-time spending insights, and customizable savings goals, Collegiate helps students build strong financial habits and confidence from day one.
Cooley Alumni are eligible to use AlumniFi, designed to meet the demands of life after law school. AlumniFi offers a high-yield savings account, access to financial wellness tools like FinLife™ (designed to improve financial well-being in just a few minutes a week), rewards for paying down debt, and smart automation tools to help save and reduce student loan balances faster.
“Collegiate and AlumniFi were created to provide access to financial products, services, and education that empower success during life’s most pivotal transitions,” said April Clobes, President and CEO of MSUFCU. “Whether students are building their financial foundation in law school or navigating new challenges after graduation, we’re proud to support them with the tools they need to thrive.”
Key Benefits for Cooley Students and Alumni
Collegiate and AlumniFi are available now for Cooley Law School students and alumni. Visit www.collegiatecu.org/cooley or www.alumnifi.org/cooley to learn more and open an account in just a few minutes.
About Cooley Law School
Cooley Law School was founded on a mission of equal access to a legal education and offers admission to a diverse group of qualified applicants across the country. Since the law school's founding in 1972, Cooley has provided a modern legal education to more than 21,000 graduates, teaching the practical skills necessary for a seamless transition from academia to the real world. An independent, non-profit law school, accredited by both the American Bar Association and the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Cooley holds classes year-round at its Michigan and Florida campuses.
About Collegiate and AlumniFi
Collegiate and AlumniFi are digital-first banking brands powered by MSU Federal Credit Union. Created to support every life stage—from college to career and beyond—both brands offer simple, modern banking experiences through mobile-first platforms. With access to no-fee checking and savings accounts, personalized financial insights, and tools that empower goal-setting, Collegiate and AlumniFi are designed to help members bank smarter and live better. Learn more at www.collegiate.org and www.alumnifi.org.