Abstract
Financial illiteracy remains a significant global challenge, particularly among young
graduates entering the workforce and assuming financial independence. This study
investigates existing research on the financial literacy of university students. A systematic
review was conducted using bibliometrics and content analysis of published studies in the
Scopus database from 2013 to 2022. Findings revealed that most studies were concentrated
in the United States, Malaysia, and South Africa. Most of the research was published in the
International Journal of Bank Marketing, and the most cited articles were in the International
Journal of Consumer Studies. The publications were also among a few authors, with six of
them linked. Outcomes in the thematic areas revealed five clusters from 45 keywords. The
analysis revealed gaps in knowledge around students’ financial literacy, suggested future
research directions and provided recommendations to support improving financial literacy
and knowledge among fresh graduates.