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Alternative Loan Lenders

Students who seek additional loan funds may apply for private or alternative loans. Following extensive research, CAHE has identified the following entities that make private loans available to our students (listed alphabetically).

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Identified lenders

  • College Avecollegeavestudentloans.com · 844-422-7502
  • Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) of New Jersey — NJCLASS Loanhesaa.org · 800-792-8670 (for NJ residents only)
  • Sallie Maesalliemae.com · 800-472-5543

Loan comparison

The comparison chart below is provided to help students compare loans and select the best lender for their needs. The latest terms are posted on each lender's website and are subject to change.

FeatureCollege Ave Career TrainingSallie Mae Career TrainingHESAA NJCLASS (NJ only)
Interest rate range4.44%–15.32% fixed
4.99%–15.32% variable
4.50%–15.10% fixed
5.87%–16.34% variable
3.75%–4.55% fixed (10 yr)
5.30%–6.02% fixed (15 yr)
6.75%–7.15% fixed (20 yr)
Repayment years5–15 years5–15 years10–20 years
Loan feesNo feesNo fees3% of the borrowed amount
Loan limitCost of Attendance − other aidCost of Attendance − other aidCost of Attendance − other aid

Interest rates may vary. Check the lender's website for the latest range.

Guidance & applying

Center for Allied Health Education does not endorse or recommend one lender over another, and individuals are free to choose which lender they prefer. Students and parents should fully exhaust their eligibility for federal grants and loans before applying for a private loan. We encourage individuals to compare the terms of the loans before choosing a lender. See also CAHE's Institutional Code of Conduct for Education Loans.

For additional assistance, contact the Financial Aid Office at 718-645-3500 ext. 630 or financialaid@cahe.edu. Please note while applying:

  • The school code for Center for Allied Health Education is 011617.
  • The loan is taken out one year at a time (unless you start in the Spring).
  • Disbursement of annual private student-loan funds is divided equally based on the number of quarters scheduled during a given year.
  • Funds received that exceed the cost of tuition & fees for the billing period will be refunded to the student.

If you are denied an alternative loan, please contact our Financial Services Department to make satisfactory payment arrangements before the first day of orientation, in order to avoid cancellation of your participation in the program.

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