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Apply: START Private Education Loan

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Private student loans are credit-based products that require credit guidelines such as a credit history, verifiable income, etc., to qualify.

So many students will need a qualified co-signer such as a parent or another in order to qualify for the loan.

Call us at
1-866-230-4578
to discuss how best to qualify for this loan.

Loan Calculators

· add up college costs
· how much to borrow
· loan payment calculator
· how much loan to afford
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Detail Info: START Private Student Loan Program

When you need money for college ... FAST!

You know what we are talking about. All of your —

  • government student loans,
  • scholarships,
  • grants,
  • and savings — don't add up to pay the full cost.

    And the tuition bill is due!

    That is when you turn to private student loans to help fund the remaining portion of education related expenses. You can get your money in as little as 5 business days ... just in time.

Loan Benefits and Advantages

competive interest rates

fast, easy, no hassle application process

no application fees or other out-of-pocket fees

funding in as few as 5 business days from receipt of completed application
preliminary approval within 15 minutes if applying by web or phone
generous loan amounts: see loan limits below
no repayment option until after you graduate
no prepayment penalty
available for past due tuition balances, too
funds disbursed directly to you!
How Much You Can Borrow
borrow from $1,500 up to $30,000 annually

$130,000 aggregate maximum borrowing limit

$1,500 minimum loan amount

More information available below:


Apply Online: click here or dial 866-230-4578



 
START Undergraduate Loan
Apply: START Private Education Loan

or dial
1-866-230-4578
speak with a financial specialist
Notes
·

Private student loans are credit-based products that require credit guidelines such as a credit history, verifiable income, etc., to qualify.

So many students will need a qualified co-signer such as a parent or another in order to qualify for the loan.

Call us at
1-866-230-4578
to discuss how best to qualify for this loan.

Loan Calculators

· add up college costs
· how much to borrow
· loan payment calculator
· how much loan to afford
Before You Exit

Use this Tracking Sheet to Manage College Costs

Private Student Loans for Undergraduates



Whether you've just graduated from high school or you're going back to college, the START Undergraduate Loan could be for you.

Students enrolled at least half-time can borrow from $1,500 to the estimated annual program expense at your school ($30,000 annual maximum, $130,000 aggregate maximum).

Three repayment options available — including full deferral of both principal plus interest until six months after you graduate or cease to be enrolled at least half-time.

For more information:
link to the START Undergraduate brochure
(PDF format)


Loan Benefits and Advantages

competive interest rates

fast, easy, no hassle application

no application fees or other out-of-pocket fees

funding in as few as 5 business days from receipt of completed application
preliminary approval in as little as 15 minutes if applying by web or phone
generous loan amounts: see loan limits
repayment may be deferred until after graduation
no prepayment penalty
available for past due tuition balances, too
funds disbursed directly to you!

Loan Limits

borrow annually up to the lesser of $30,000 or the estimated annual cost of attendance
$130,000 aggregate maximum borrowing limit
$1,500 minimum loan amount

Repayment Options

choose from 3 different repayment options, including payment deferral until six months after you graduate or cease to be enrolled in school at least half-time

favorable repayment terms*

no pre-payment penalties
minimum monthly payment of $25*
*Open the START PDF Undergraduate brochure and view the repayment examples on page 5 of the brochure

Loan Eligibility

an undergraduate student enrolled in a degree or certificate program

enrolled at least half-time as defined by your school

attending a TERI-approved school* (call 1-800-255-TERI) to confirm eligibility of school)
proof of enrollment must be provided
*TERI is the guarantor of the START Undergraduate Loan and approves all participating schools

Credit Guidelines

You must meet the credit guidelines below
(a co-signer may be required):
satisfactory credit history, residence and employment history of at least two years

proof of current income

if self-employed, verifiable business income for at least two years
U.S. citizen or permanent resident and have resided in the U.S. for the previous two years

international students must apply with a qualified credit-worthy U.S. citizen or permanent resident co-signer

Deferment Options

immediate repayment:
pay principal and interest in a fixed monthly amount beginning approximately 45 days after funds are disbursed.

interest-only payments:
defer principal and pay only interest while you are enrolled in school for up to four consecutive years (up to five years if enrolled in a five-year program).

Interest payments begin approximately 45 days after disbursement. Repayment of principal and interest begins approximately 45 days after you graduate or cease to be enrolled at least half-time

deferred principal and interest repayment:
make no payment while in school for up to four consecutive years (up to five years if enrolled in a five-year program).

Repayment of principal and interest begins approximately 180 days after you graduate or cease to be enrolled at least half time in school. Deferred interest is capitalized quarterly prior to repayment and once at repayment.

More information and repayment charts available: click here

Apply Online: click here or dial 866-230-4578



 
START Graduate Loan
Apply: START Private Education Loan

or dial
1-866-230-4578
speak with a financial specialist
Notes
·

Private student loans are credit-based products that require credit guidelines such as a credit history, verifiable income, etc., to qualify.

So many students will need a qualified co-signer such as a parent or another in order to qualify for the loan.

Call us at
1-866-230-4578
to discuss how best to qualify for this loan.

Loan Calculators

· add up college costs
· how much to borrow
· loan payment calculator
· how much loan to afford
Before You Exit

Use this Tracking Sheet to Manage College Costs

Private Student Loans for Graduate and Professional Students 



Need help financing your graduate education?

A START Graduate Loan is designed to give you the flexibility you need to manage your education expenses. Additional deferment available for medical students in an internship or residency program.

You may apply with a co-signer or on your own signature.

For more information:
download the START Graduate brochure
(PDF format)

Loan Benefits and Advantages

competive interest rates

fast, easy, no hassle application

no application fees or other out-of-pocket fees

funding in as few as 5 business days from receipt of completed application
preliminary approval in as little as 15 minutes if applying by web or phone
generous loan amounts: see loan limits
repayment is deferred until after you graduate or cease to be enrolled at least half-time
no prepayment penalty
available for past due tuition balances, too
funds disbursed directly to you!

Loan Limits

borrow annually up to the lesser of $30,000 or the estimated annual cost of attendance
$130,000 aggregate maximum borrowing limit
$1,500 minimum loan amount

Repayment Terms

favorable repayment terms*

no pre-payment penalties
minimum monthly payment of $25*
*Open the START PDF Graduate brochure and view the repayment examples on page 5 of the brochure

Loan Eligibility

a graduate or professional student enrolled in a degree or certificate program

enrolled at least half-time as defined by your school

attending a TERI-approved school* (call 1-800-255-TERI) to confirm eligibility of school)
proof of enrollment must be provided
*TERI is the guarantor of the START Graduate Loan and approves all participating schools

Credit Guidelines

You must meet the credit guidelines below
(a co-signer may be required):
satisfactory credit history, residence and employment history of at least two years

proof of current income

if self-employed, verifiable business income for at least two years
U.S. citizen or permanent resident and have resided in the U.S. for the previous two years

international students must apply with a qualified credit-worthy U.S. citizen or permanent resident co-signer

Deferment Terms

principal and interest are automatically deferred for up to 4-1/2 years as long as you are continuously enrolled at least half time in school (includes six-month grace period)
medical school students may request an additional deferment after gradution for up to four years while completing an intership or residency
More information and repayment charts available: click here

Apply Online: click here or dial 866-230-4578



 
START Continuing Education Loan
Apply: START Private Education Loan

or dial
1-866-230-4578
speak with a financial specialist
Notes
·

Private student loans are credit-based products that require credit guidelines such as a credit history, verifiable income, etc., to qualify.

So many students will need a qualified co-signer such as a parent or another in order to qualify for the loan.

Call us at
1-866-230-4578
to discuss how best to qualify for this loan.

Loan Calculators

· add up college costs
· how much to borrow
· loan payment calculator
· how much loan to afford
Before You Exit

Use this Tracking Sheet to Manage College Costs

For Continuing Education Students



Now that you've chosen your continuing education program, it's time to think about paying for it.

The START Continuing Education Loan is designed to help students attending school on a part-time basis. Repayment may be deferred for up to 2 years.

For more information:
download the START Continuing Education Loan brochure
(PDF format)


Loan Benefits and Advantages

competive interest rates

fast, easy, no hassle application

no application fees or other out-of-pocket fees

funding in as few as 5 business days from receipt of completed application
preliminary approval in as little as 15 minutes if applying by web or phone
generous loan amounts: see loan limits
repayment is automatically deferred for up to two years, depending on enrollment status and program type
no prepayment penalty
available for past due tuition balances, too
funds disbursed directly to you!

Loan Limits


borrow from $1,500 to $30,000 a year
$130,000 aggregate maximum borrowing limit

Repayment Terms

favorable repayment terms*

no pre-payment penalties
minimum monthly payment of $25*
*Open the START PDF Continuing Education brochure and view the repayment examples on page 5 of the brochure

Loan Eligibility

enrolled in a degree program less than half-time as defined by your school or enrolled in a certificate or technical training program

attending a TERI-approved school* (call 1-800-255-TERI) to confirm eligibility of school)
proof of enrollment must be provided
*TERI is the guarantor of the START Continuing Education Loan and approves all participating schools

Credit Guidelines

You must meet the credit guidelines below
(a co-signer may be required):
satisfactory credit history, residence and employment history of at least two years

proof of current income

if self-employed, verifiable business income for at least two years
U.S. citizen or permanent resident and have resided in the U.S. for the previous two years

international students must apply with a qualified credit-worthy U.S. citizen or permanent resident co-signer

Deferment Terms

for certificate/degree granting programs:
repayment is deferred until the earlier of

  • two years after the first disbursement,
  • six months after graduation, or
  • six months after enrollment has ended
 

for non-certificate/non- degree granting programs: repayment may be deferred until the earlier of

  • six months after end of the academic period for which the loan is taken, or
  • six months after enrollment has ended
More information and repayment charts available: click here

Apply Online: click here or dial 866-230-4578

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