By addressing today’s unique challenges, while remaining focused on the long view, credit unions engaged in private student lending have a powerful opportunity to connect with the next generation of members.

Most students and families make the big decision without expert advice and estimating tools. Here’s a better alternative.

A patchwork of varying requirements is emerging as a growing list of states create their own rules and regulations.

Credit unions nationwide are making more student loans and taming delinquency rates.

A small Ohio credit union includes income replacement in a loan package aimed at spurring personal and community economic development.

Partnerships with two startups add innovative college selection tool and student loan repayment benefit boost to college-bound members and credit union employees.

By offering both in-school and refinance lending, credit unions can appeal to members at multiple stages of life and establish a genuine opportunity for long-term relationships.

Credit unions have carved out a strong niche in providing responsible lending that fills a critical need for many thousands of families ever year.

First Tech FCU goes all in on student debt refinancing, with a suite of products and a team of in-house advisors working to meet specific needs of members.

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