University of Wisconsin - Green Bay

Private Lending for Higher Education

Welcome to FastChoice

We recommend that you always complete the appropriate year Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.

Completing a FAFSA and submitting any additional required documents will ensure that your maximum Federal Title IV, state and institutional scholarship, grant and loan eligibility is determined first.

Information about the most common federal, state and institutional financial aid programs can be found on the UWGB Financial Aid Office website at https://www.uwgb.edu/financial-aid/.

Generally, the terms and conditions of federal, state and institutional programs are more favorable than those of private educational loans.

Private loans should be considered a last resort.

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Searching for a Private Loan?

There are many ways to pay for higher education, and choosing the right approach requires a good understanding of your options, your responsibilities, and the various details of each lender's loan products.

It's a lot to keep in mind. FastChoice makes it easy by providing you with information about private loans in an easy-to-understand format, to help you determine which private student loan best meets your needs.

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Borrowing Essentials

Borrowing Essentials provides an interactive overview of some basic information about borrowing money to pay for your education.

The next few pages will quickly get you up to speed. Having a good understanding of these topics will help you get the most out of what you borrow on the best possible terms. You'll be better equipped to make an informed decision.