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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Evaluating 5,681 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Consumers consistently mention the remarkably fast application process, noting that approvals happen within minutes and online navigation is completely straightforward. Additionally, people truly appreciate the polite and highly knowledgeable support staff who take the time to patiently answer questions and explain financial options clearly. However, some people mentioned experiencing frustrating communication hurdles and receiving inconsistent answers when speaking with multiple different representatives over the phone. Reviewers also noted that the overall procedure could sometimes feel unnecessarily convoluted, requiring extra time and effort to successfully navigate complex requirements or call back repeatedly.

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User experience

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Customer service

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Staff

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Service

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Application

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’m so grateful to Sallie Mae for providing the funding I needed to continue my college education. I was worried I wouldn’t be able to make my tuition payment this week, and receiving these funds brou... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ms. Lisa provided exceptional service. She was very kind and knowledgeable, taking the time to answer all the questions my cosigner and I had. This was the fastest application call I've experienced, a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I spoke with Lena, and she was an absolute delight. She was very kind, polite, and very informative. She answered all my questions and helped me with my graduate loan application. She made this proces... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was a great experience based on how convenient the application process was. The approval arrived in minutes and all of the steps were easy to follow. Sallie Mae really came through and helped us ou... See more

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Company details

  1. Financial Institution
  2. also in
  3. Bank
  4. Loan agency
  5. Savings Bank

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We’ve helped millions of students and families reach their higher education goals, and we’re ready to help you, too. We’re your go-to partner for planning and paying for school, saving for what’s next, and way more. We offer Sallie Mae® undergraduate, graduate, and career training loans, plus savings options like Sallie Mae® high-yield savings accounts, money market accounts, and certificates of deposit to help you hit your goals. We’re continuing to grow, with new products and guidance made to support you through finding the right school, going after scholarships, making sense of financial aid, and the hundreds of other decisions along the way. Everything we offer comes together under one mission: supporting student success. Because going smarter changes everything. Deposit products are offered through Sallie Mae Bank, Member FDIC.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Process was easy but they rate is…

Process was easy but they rate is criminal. I have a 700-720 credit score and 18% is bananas

28 September 2026
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Reply from Sallie Mae

Thank you for your review and feedback, Nagi. We understand that financing costs are an important factor when choosing a loan. Interest rates are determined based on a variety of factors, which may include information provided during the application process, credit history, and other underwriting criteria. Individual offers may vary.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks a lot

Thanks a lot
An excellent service super fast 👏

5 October 2026
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Reply from Sallie Mae

Thanks for the 5-star review, Kulwant! We're glad you thought it was a quick process.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The loan application was easy and…

The loan application was easy and straight forward, and I received decision promptly.

28 September 2026
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Reply from Sallie Mae

Thank you for the 5-star review, Marijana! We appreciate the positive feedback about the application process.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

The rep that helped me was wonderful and made it all so much easier. Was truly about to go another route but they were able to answer all questions and guide me through the whole process. Call didn't end till I had everything I needed. Thank you Maurice (hope I spelled that right)

5 October 2026
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Reply from Sallie Mae

Thanks for sharing your experience with Maurice! We love hearing when our representatives provided good service. We'll make sure to pass along the praise, thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Christopher!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

It was an easy process but the amount…

It was an easy process but the amount of interest for a student is insane! I get that’s how you make money but consider I am just a student trying to make it

28 September 2026
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Reply from Sallie Mae

We appreciate the feedback. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sallie Mae made the application for …

Sallie Mae made the application for student loan easy to do, and the customer service was fantastic.

26 September 2026
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Reply from Sallie Mae

Thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review, Hugo! We really appreciate the feedback about the application process.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick Approval

Very easy process.

4 October 2026
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Reply from Sallie Mae

Thanks for the 5-star review, Tamika! We're glad you found the process easy.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Be Very Careful Dealing with Sallie Mae.

If I could gve less than 1 star I would. They fraudulently induced me into taking a college loan for one of our sons.

We have twin sons. I completed the loan application on line for one son without incident, and received a fair interest rate given market conditions and my credit score. I therefore completed those loan documents. However, as I started to complete the application for our second son, I noticed that the interest rate quoted was 425 basis points higher for the second loan than for the first one.

Instead of completing the second application, I called Sallie Mae's customer service line. The customer service rep I got was very knowledgeable and helpful. She told me that I should have called CS for both loans, but told me that she would be able to get me the same interest rate for the second loan that I did for the first one. I asked her if she was sure and requested that she send me a new application and documents via email. She told me this was not necessary and assured me that if I completed the documents I currently had in front of me, within two days I would receive revised documents reflecting the same rate as the first loan. In reliance on her assurances I completed the documents for the second loan.

Instead, two days later I received a call from a different CS rep telling me they would not revise the loan documents for my second son. I told her that I had been assured that they would. When the CS rep would not budge, I asked to speak to a supervisor. The supervisor also refused to help me. Over the next week I placed several calls to Sallie Mae's CS line, asking to speak to supervisors and managers. They all refused to help me. I also asked to speak with the original CS rep who made me the promise, but they would not connect me with her.

The good news is that they record all of their calls and I live in a state where only one party needs to consent to recording a call, so the records of their fraudulent assurances exist. I intend to report them to all applicable regulatory agencies for their outrageous actions.

12 August 2026
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Reply from Sallie Mae

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Mr. Loew. We understand your concerns regarding the information you received during the loan process and the subsequent interactions that followed. We take feedback like this seriously, as clear and accurate communication is important to us. A member of our team will be reaching out directly to review your concerns, better understand your experience, and discuss the situation further. Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really clear instructions

Really clear instructions. Easy online process. Quick turnaround.

4 October 2026
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Reply from Sallie Mae

Thanks for the 5-star review, Carol! We're glad to hear the process was clear, fast, and easy for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’m so grateful

I’m so grateful to Sallie Mae for providing the funding I needed to continue my college education. I was worried I wouldn’t be able to make my tuition payment this week, and receiving these funds brought me such a sense of relief. Continuing my education means so much to me, and this support came at a time when I truly needed it. Thank you, Sallie Mae, for helping me keep moving toward my goals!

27 September 2026
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Reply from Sallie Mae

Thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review, Rebecca! We're proud to have been able to help you achieve your higher education goals. Wishing you the best of luck on your journey!

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