Private Student Loans. Find the Right College Loan for You

Private student loans: To cover the cost of college, first make sure you exhaust every option for grants, scholarships, and government loans. If you find you need more money after trying those sources, private student loans can help bridge any gaps - and offer great advantages.

Ideal for students who don't qualify for need-based loans
Funding for education-related expenses not covered by other financial aid sources
No application deadline (apply anytime to fill unexpected gaps)
An Astrive Student Loan disburses a check directly to the student

Choose a college loan wisely
While private lenders don't have the same restrictions mandated by government loans, not every student loan is the same. Different lenders will offer different interest rates, payment terms, loan amounts, and eligibility requirements. Use our College Funding Checklist to help you determine a smart amount to borrow. And compare the rates and repayment options of Astrive Student Loans while doing your research.

Remember, you have a choice. Make your decision about how to pay for college a sensible one.

Astrive Student Loans are private student loans marketed by Union Federal Savings Bank, Member FDIC and Equal Opportunity Lender, and funded by SunTrust Bank. SunTrust does not fund federal loans through the Astrive Student Loan Program. Certain restrictions and limitations may apply. SunTrust Bank reserves the right to change or discontinue these programs without notice. All loan programs may not be available in certain jurisdictions. Astrive is a federally registered trademark of The First Marblehead Corporation, used by Union Federal Savings Bank and SunTrust under a license. SunTrust is a federally registered service mark of SunTrust Banks, Inc.

Union Federal Savings Bank and The First Marblehead Corporation are not affiliates or subsidiaries of SunTrust Bank.

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