
Considering a cosigner?
If you need a private student loan but don’t have a strong credit history, you may want to consider a cosigner.
- Cosigners on student loans are very common because students usually have limited credit history and may have lower income. However, students are also welcome to apply without one.
- A cosigner with a strong credit history may actually save you money over the life of the loan. With a cosigner, you may qualify for a lower interest rate than you’d get on your own. It’s best to explore all options and make the best decision for your circumstances.
- Your cosigner needs to understand that they will be equally responsible for your student loan.
- As you make on-time payments on the loan and your credit history improves, you may be able to remove the cosigner through our cosigner release option.4
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