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Before You Apply

Thanks for your interest in the Wells Fargo Collegiate® Loan. The following information is offered to make applying for your student loan quick and easy.

You may be eligible to apply for this loan based on your own credit if:
  • You meet the minimum state age requirement
  • You have an established, positive credit history
  • You have an acceptable debt-to-income ratio
  • You have a minimum annual income of $12,000


If you do not meet all of the above criteria, it is likely you will need a cosigner to support your application.

What to expect when you apply online
Your application will take approximately five minutes to complete. You and/or your cosigner will need:
  • Social Security number
  • Driver's license number
  • Current street address
  • Home telephone number (with area code)
  • Employment information — employer's name, city, state, phone number, and previous employer's name and length of employment
  • Residence information — status (own/rent), monthly housing payment
  • One personal reference — name, and phone number
  • Requested loan amount


Instant credit decision when you apply online
Wells Fargo will not process your application until you click Submit on the final page of the application.
For your security, your session will time out after 30 minutes of inactivity.

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