need money for college?
get up to $40,0001
per year
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. . . and make no payments
until after you graduate2
get your check in about a week
pay tuition, housing, books, computer and more
rate reduction incentives | co-signer release
use this FREE tally sheet to track your aid needs
don't wait another minute!
finance your college needs now!
It Takes Just 1-2-3 Quick Steps
estimate how much you need |
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| Estimate how much you will need to start college. Your costs include tuition, room and board, school supplies, transportation to and from school, and a computer for use in class. |
| make sure you borrow the right private student loan amount so that you will have enough for the entire year |
| use our calculator at right to estimate how much |
| we have a budget planning worksheet that can help budget aid and expenses needs: FREE download |
| More Information: private student loan information for undergraduates, graduates, professional and continuing ed students |
get qualified |
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| This is a credit-based, private student loan. So many first-time students will need a qualified co-signer in order to qualify |
| it is recommended that you have a qualified co-signer such as a parent or another creditworthy adult in order to qualify for a private student loan and to get a better rate |
| link to our how best to qualify page to determine whether you qualify for a private student loan without a co-signer |
| call us at 1-866-230-4578 and let us help you get qualified |
submit your application |
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| Use our easy, no hassle application with no out-of-pocket fees. You can apply online or by phone. |
| you can start your private student loan application online, save it, and return later to finish and submit. |
| or you may discuss your needs with one of our loan specialists: 1-866-230-4578 |
| get a preliminary approval in as little as 15 minutes. |
| whether you've just graduated from high school or are starting a graduate program, the SayStudent Private Student Loan can provide the money you need. |
| More Private Student Loan Information undergrads | graduates | continuing ed view loan benefits |
One More Important Item
use these FREE student aid tools |
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| complete directory of valuable tools: some helpful tools and files to aid your search for private student loans and other financial aid |
| student aid tally sheet for tracking aid needs |
| student financial aid road map |
| summary financial aid charts |
| student aid budgeting worksheet (excel file) |
| financial aid checklist |
| some FUN downloads |
| many more tools |
let's get started!
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for help getting qualified
Calculate How Much Extra
Money You Will Need
Private Student Loans
Advantages - Disadvantages
The cost of university education continues to outpace the consumer inflation rate, putting an even greater burden upon the shoulders of financially squeezed families. With annual education costs exceeding $30,000 or more at some universities, the financial burden is particularly profound even when some sort of assistance is made available.
Government student loans have long been an important way to help students complete their education with private student loans now gaining in importance too. Let’s take a look at the advantages and disadvantages of funding higher education through private student loans.
Advantages of Private Student Loans
Disadvantages of Private Student Loans
