Student Loans & Refinancing | Northwest Bank + College Ave.

Start your student loan journey today.

At Northwest Bank, we’re committed to helping you reach your goals—from opening your first savings account to paying for college and beyond. That’s why we’ve partnered with College Ave, a trusted lender specializing in private student loans and refinancing options.

Whether you’re heading to college, already enrolled, or managing loan payments after graduation, this partnership gives you the flexibility, simplicity and support you need to move forward with confidence.

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Why We Chose College Ave

College Ave was built to make student loans easier. By focusing only on education financing, their team has streamlined the experience—offering competitive rates, flexible repayment plans, and tools that help you make smart financial decisions.

With College Ave, you’ll get:
• A simple application and instant decision
• Personalized repayment options
• No application, origination, or prepayment fees
• Support from application to final payment

And with our partnership, you can start your journey from right here at Northwest Bank.

Explore Your Student Loan Options

Undergraduate & Graduate Student Loans

Get the money you need to reach your higher education goals. Whether you're heading to college for the first time or returning to finish your degree, we know covering the full cost of tuition, housing, books and fees can be overwhelming- even after apply scholarships, grants and federal aid.

Customize a repayment plan that fits your budget
Easy 3-minute online application – instant credit decision
No origination or prepayment fees

Tip: Applying with a cosigner may help you qualify and receive a lower interest rate

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Student Loan Refinance

Already graduated? Simply your repayment. Lower your costs. If you're looking to reduce your monthly student loan payments or consolidate multiple loans into one, refinancing could be the right next step.

You may save money with a lower interest rate
Combine multiple loans into one monthly payment
Refinance a single loan or several
Check your rate in just 60 seconds

Whether you have private of federal loans, you can refinance a single loan or combine several into one, potentially lowering your interest rate and simplifying your finances.

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A Smarter Way to Pay for College

Our partnership with College Ave gives you direct access to education financing that’s fast, flexible, and built around you. From your first year of college to managing your loans after graduation, we’re here to help make the process easier—every step of the way.

Whether you're focusted on lowering your payment, paying off debt faster, or just streamlining your finances, refinancing through our partnership with College Ave could be a smart move.

Not Sure Which Option is Right for You?

Whether you’re paying for college or ready to refinance, College Ave’s personalized tools help guide your decision.

Simple application with instant decisions
No fees to apply or pay off early
Create a loan plan that fits your life