NASFAA Business Affiliate Webinar: Evaluating Private Loan Programs

Business Affiliate Webinars provide an opportunity for NASFAA associate members to share information on products, services, or other related topics. These sessions do not constitute NASFAA endorsement.

Session Description

This session is designed to equip financial aid professionals with a deeper understanding of private loan programs and their place within the overall financial aid landscape. We’ll explore the structure and features of private student loans, including lender eligibility criteria, credit evaluation, interest rate options, and repayment terms. Participants will gain insight into comparing private and federal loan programs, guiding students through informed borrowing decisions, and ensuring compliance with disclosure and certification requirements. In addition, we’ll discuss communication strategies for effectively counseling students and families, managing lender relationships, and addressing common challenges in private loan processing. 

About Earnest

Earnest's mission is to make higher education accessible and affordable for everyone. We empower students with financial support and supercharge their ability to pay down their debt, so they can get on the right financial track, fast. We do this through our offerings of private student loans, student loan refinancing, and access to thousands of scholarships.

Speaker

Kevin McNamara Senior Account Executive Earnest Student Loans

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