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Program Information

Private Student Loans for Undergraduates

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START Undergraduate Loan


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 leave schools!

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

 

 


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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 in minutes if applying by web or phone
generous loan amounts: see loan limits
no repayment option until after you graduate
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

Flexible Repayment Terms

choose from 3 different repayment options, including payment deferral until six months after graduation or you leave school

flexible repayment terms*

no pre-payment penalties
monthly payments to suit your needs*

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

Credit Guidelines

You must meet the credit guidelines requirements 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 residence 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).

Interes payments begin approximately 45 days after disbursement. Repayment of principal and interest begins approximately 45 days after graduation or withdrawal from school.

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 graduation or withdrawal from school. Interest is capitalized once at repayment.



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or apply by phone: 866-230-4578