Private Education Loans
The Office of Student Financial Services strongly encourages all students eligible for federal loans to maximize their eligibility before borrowing any private education loans. Private education loans are not for everyone. They should only be utilized when all other federal resources, such as Federal Direct Stafford and Federal Direct PLUS Loan for graduate or professional students, have been exhausted.
Because private education loans are based on credit, as well as other criteria as determined by the lending institution, it is recommended that students contact at least one of the following national credit agencies to receive a copy and verify the accuracy of their individualized credit report prior to applying for a private education loan.
- Experian: 1-888-397-3742
- Trans-Union: 1-800-888-4213
- CBI/Equifax: 1-800-997-2493
Our institution provides a historical lender list as a resource for students; however, you are not required to borrow from these lenders and may choose any eligible private loan provider. We will process all applications impartially.
To assist you in comparing options, we recommend using ELMSelect, an independent tool that allows you to evaluate lenders, interest rates, repayment terms, and borrower benefits. https://www.elmselect.com/link/query?schoolId=1266