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Wells Fargo Education Connection® Loan

Students enrolled in a UC Irvine Extension certificate program, even less than half-time, are eligible to apply for a Wells Fargo Education Connection Loan, a private, credit-based loan. Please visit wellsfargo.com/student for complete Education Connection ® Loan information.

Features

  • Interest rates are based on the Prime Rate plus a spread. Tiered rate structure considers each borrower for the lowest interest rate possible. Interest rates and terms are based on the individual credit rating of each borrower.
  • No origination, disbursement, or early payment fees.
  • You may choose to make interest-only payments while in school or begin making payment six months after you complete your certificate. No penalty for pre-payment.
  • Fast five-minute pre-approval over the phone or online.
  • A 0.25% interest rate reduction for automatic payments from a bank account.
  • Additional on-time payment rewards — 0.50% interest rate reduction after the first 48 consecutive on-time monthly payments.
 

Application Process

  • Call (877) 255-2431 or go online at wellsfargo.com/student for no-obligation pre-approval service in minutes or less.
  • If you are pre-approved, Wells Fargo will send you an application. Please return the completed application to Wells Fargo along with any documents requested.
  • If you are not initially approved, you may also re-apply with a co-borrower. If you have any questions, please call Wells Fargo at (877) 255-2431.
  • Student loan check will be mailed directly to you to the address on your loan application. To receive loan check you will need to show proof to Wells Fargo of enrollment and payment at UC Irvine Extension.