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How to Apply for Private Student Loans

November 11th, 2021 by International Student Loan
How to Apply for Private Student Loans

Private student loans make up 7.80% of the total outstanding student loan in the USA. That is more than $130 billion. Private student loans are some of the most useful financial tools that help students pay for their education, especially when traditional financial aid is not sufficient. A private student loan is a great alternative…

Breaking News: Borrow up to $100,000 if you’re studying in the U.S. or Canada

October 29th, 2021 by International Student Loan
Breaking News: Borrow up to $100,000 if you’re studying in the U.S. or Canada

Are you an international student in the U.S. or Canada? You can now borrow up to $100,000 for your studies from MPOWER Financing! That’s a lot of money that will help you pay for tuition, housing and other expenses while studying here in North America. It’s also flexible enough to cover unexpected costs like books…

The shocking student loan debt statistics for 2021

October 25th, 2021 by International Student Loan
The shocking student loan debt statistics for 2021

As time goes by, the average student loan debt continues to rise. While students should only have to focus on their education and future, student loans are becoming a major concern for both students and their parents. From tuition fees to books, many students are spending thousands of dollars before even they become graduates. It…

Is Sallie Mae legit? Understanding your options

October 11th, 2021 by International Student Loan
Is Sallie Mae legit? Understanding your options

Sallie Mae is a private student loan lender that can help you get the money to pay for school. And the simple answer to the question above is YES -it’s one of the largest and best regarded providers of private student loans in the U.S. and has been operating since 1973. Sallie Mae, or Sallie…

In School Student Loan Deferment

September 24th, 2021 by International Student Loan
In School Student Loan Deferment

In today’s world where student loans are the norm, especially for international students, it is increasingly important to be aware of how you can defer your payments while still in school. This article will take a look at what exactly student loan deferment is, how it works and how to request to defer your student…

International Student Financial Aid Guide

August 27th, 2021 by International Student Loan
International Student Financial Aid Guide

International student financial aid is a necessity for almost all international students wishing to study abroad and often times it can’t be obtained without applying for an international student loan. Many international students, however, need a loan in addition to any awards or scholarships received. So what are these loans and how do you get…

How does studying abroad work?

August 18th, 2021 by International Student Loan
How does studying abroad work?

Studying abroad is a great way to broaden your world view, build on your education and learn about different cultures. It’s also a great chance to make friends from other countries who can help you with your language skills. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, read on! This article will answer…

Are you an American student interested in studying abroad in Europe?

June 30th, 2021 by International Student Loan
Are you an American student interested in studying abroad in Europe?

Each country in Europe offers an amazing opportunity to study abroad. US students benefit from living and studying in a multicultural academic environment where you can find a plethora of courses taught in English. 90% of study abroad programs require English test scores from non-native speakers. If you study abroad, even if language learning is…

The 5 Best Universities in Canada for International Students

April 27th, 2021 by International Student Loan
The 5 Best Universities in Canada for International Students

International students are always looking for the best international university to study at. Many students first think of studying in North America and focus on the USA – forgetting that Canada has a lot to offer as a study abroad destination. Canada is a country with many great universities, but some of them are even…

Loans for international students in Canada – cosigner not required!

January 16th, 2021 by International Student Loan
Loans for international students in Canada – cosigner not required!

Until recently loans for international students in Canada were not widely available – but things have changed. Read on for more! The Canadian Bureau for International Education reports that over half a million international students studied in Canada in 2018. That’s more than a 150% increase since 2010. As a result, Canada has overtaken France and…

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