Sallie Mae Private Student Loan

Pacific West Academy students may be eligible to apply for the Sallie Mae^® Smart Option Student Loan^® for Career Training.

With the Sallie Mae^® Smart Option Student Loan^® for Career Training, eligible students can get the money and resources they need to attend Pacific West Academy.

Loan Benefits

Students may be able to borrow up to 100% of the cost of training and benefit from flexible repayment options, including interest-only, fixed repayment, and deferred repayment options.

• No origination fee or prepayment penalty
• Variable or fixed interest rates
• Option to apply with a creditworthy cosigner
• Available to qualified international students with a creditworthy cosigner who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

How the Process Works

1. Apply Online: Visit Sallie Mae^® to complete your application. If required, you may include a co-applicant to strengthen your application.
2. School Certification: Once your application is submitted, Pacific West Academy will certify your enrollment and cost of attendance directly with Sallie Mae^®.
3. Fund Disbursement: After approval, Sallie Mae^® handles the disbursement of funds. These are generally applied to your student account for tuition and fees.
4. Manage Your Account: Any funds received by the school in excess of your tuition and fees will be delivered to you as soon as practicable. In the event of a withdrawal from classes, the school will notify Sallie Mae^® and return any unused disbursed funds according to our refund policy.