Abstract
The “campus loans” crisis has highlighted the importance of financial literacy among Chinese college students. Based on an analysis of 2,266 valid questionnaires, this study utilized survey data and logistic regression to examine the correlations between demographic and behavioral factors and financial literacy among students. The results indicated that, compared to their international counterparts, Chinese students generally possess less financial knowledge. However, they exhibit stronger financial attitudes and behaviors. A significant gender disparity was observed, with female students outperforming male students in financial literacy. Students attending more prestigious universities, particularly those majoring in economics, management, science, and engineering, and those dedicating more time to financial education, showed higher levels of financial literacy. Additionally, positive social interactions were associated with enhanced financial literacy. The study also identifies a “Surrounding People Effect,” where the presence of financially knowledgeable peers, friends, and family correlates with improved financial literacy among college students. These findings offer critical insights for developing targeted policies to enhance financial literacy among Chinese college students.
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