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Community Rating Strongly not recommended
Fixed APR 5.74% - 11.85%
Variable APR 3.62% - 10.54%
Loan Amount Starting at $1,000

Sallie Mae Student Loans Review

Sallie Mae Student Loans is offered by Sallie Mae, a direct lender founded in 1972 and based in Newark, DE. Sallie Mae Student Loans is offered in 50 states (and Washington, DC).

What rates does Sallie Mae Student Loans offer for in-school private student loan?

Sallie Mae Student Loans has a variable APR that ranges from 3.62% up to 10.54%.

It offers a fixed APR that ranges from 5.74% up to 11.85%.

Many students have little or no credit history when they start college. By having a parent or other creditworthy individual cosign the loan, the student may improve their chance of approval or qualify for lower interest rates.

How much can you borrow from Sallie Mae Student Loans?

Available loan amounts may vary by applicant but Sallie Mae Student Loans has a minimum loan amount of $1K

Does Sallie Mae Student Loans charge an origination fee?

No, Sallie Mae Student Loans does not charge a loan origination fee.

A loan origination fee is what some lenders charge for processing, underwriting, and funding a loan. Typically fees range from 0.5% to 5% of the loan amount. Whenever possible, go with lenders that don’t charge origination fees..

Does Sallie Mae Student Loans charge prepayment fees?

No, Sallie Mae Student Loans does not charge prepayment fees. This means you will not have to pay additional fees if you decide to pay the loan off early.

What terms does Sallie Mae Student Loans offer?

Sallie Mae Student Loans provides repayment terms ranging from 5 to 15 years.

What type of borrowers will Sallie Mae Student Loans consider?

Sallie Mae Student Loans considers loans applications from:

  • undergraduate students
  • graduate students
  • parents of students

What do you need to qualify for Sallie Mae Student Loans?

Sallie Mae Student Loans does not require or does not disclose a credit score minimum.

Sallie Mae Student Loans does not have or does not disclose a minimum annual income eligibility requirement. Sallie Mae Student Loans only considers borrowers who are employed. Note that borrowers can add a cosigner to either meet eligibility requirements or qualify for lower interest rates.

U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and non-residents can all apply for a Sallie Mae Student Loans loan.

To qualify, applicants may need to provide the following documentation:

  • Proof of income
  • Proof of identity
  • Proof of citizenship or residence permit
SALLIE MAE STUDENT LOANS Disclosure: The lowest rate is available only to the most qualified borrowers. Actual loan pricing is based on creditworthiness factors evaluated during the application process. Fixed interest rates and the deferred repayment option are only available to borrowers attending degree-granting institutions. Your actual interest rate will be based on creditworthiness and other factors as determined during the application process. This information is for borrowers attending degree-granting institutions only. You must be attending or have attended a participating school located in the U.S. during an eligible prior enrollment period. You must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident or a Non-U.S. citizen borrower with a creditworthy cosigner (who must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident) and required U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) documentation. U.S. citizens and permanent residents enrolled in eligible study abroad programs or who are attending or have attended schools located outside the U.S. are also eligible. Applications are subject to a requested minimum loan amount of $1,000. Current credit and other eligibility criteria apply. Interest rates for Fixed and Deferred Repayment Options are higher than interest rates for the Interest Repayment Option. You’re charged interest starting at disbursement, while in school and during your six-month separation or grace period. When you enter principal and interest repayment, Unpaid Interest will be added to your loan’s Current Principal. Variable rates may increase over the life of the loan. Advertised APRs assume a $10,000 loan to a freshman with no other Sallie Mae loans. Payments may be required during grace period depending on repayment option selected. Cosigner is required if the borrower does not meet the age of majority in their state or is not a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident. Sallie Mae reserves the right to approve a lower loan amount than the school-certified amount. RATES AND OTHER INFORMATION ADVERTISED ARE VALID AS OF FEBRUARY 26, 2018. VARIABLE RATES MAY GO UP OR DOWN DUE TO AN INCREASE OR DECREASE IN THE LOAN'S INDEX. SALLIE MAE ALSO RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR DISCONTINUE PRODUCTS, SERVICES, AND BENEFITS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. SLM Corporation and its subsidiaries, including Sallie Mae Bank, are not sponsored by or agencies of the United States of America.
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Sallie Mae, is the nation's leading saving, planning and paying for college company. We have made a difference in students' and families' lives, helping more than 35 million Americans pay for college. There is no single way to achieve this task, so we provide a range of products to help families, whether college is a long way off or right around the corner. Our employees, products and information all promote responsible financial habits that help our customers make college happen.

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  Available in 50 states and Washington, D.C.
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  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
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  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Washington, DC
  • Florida
  • Georgia
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  • New Hampshire
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  • New York
  • North Carolina
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  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
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  • Tennessee
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  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • West Virginia
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Feature Breakdown

No Interest Grace Period for Late Payment 6
No Origination Fee  
No Prepayment Fee  
Cosigner Optional  
Immigration Status Considered
  • U.S. Citizen
  • U.S. Permanent Resident
  • Non-Resident
Employment Statuses Considered
  • Employed Full-Time
  • Employed Part-Time
  • Other
  • Retired
  • Self-Employed
Verification Documents Required
  • Proof of Identity
  • Proof of Income
  • Proof of citizenship/residence (Green Card)
Variable APR 3.62% - 10.54%
Loan Amount Starting at $1K
Loan Term 5 - 15 years
Fixed APR 5.74% - 11.85%
Up to Cost of Attendance  

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