Texas A&M University conducts a biannual Request For Information for private (non-federal) loans, sometimes referred to as 'alternative' loans. Lenders on the Preferred Lender List are selected based on the Request for Information. Lenders are reviewed comparatively but not limited to the following criteria: customer service, financial literacy, product, variety, accessibility, and process. Borrowers are encouraged to compare the services and products that are provided by lenders and choose the private lender that best suits their individual needs. Students are free to choose any lender for their alternative loan, even those not included on the Preferred Lender List.
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