RESTON, Va., May 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Sallie Mae today announced that
http://www.wiredscholar.com , the ultimate online resource for "going-to-
college" information, has once again been named a Forbes Favorite in the
college-planning category of Forbes.com's "Best of the Web." Launched 13
months ago, wiredscholar.com also was honored in the September 2000 and
February 2001 "Best of the Web" issues. In addition, http://www.salliemae.com
was listed as one of FamilyPC magazine's top 25 "Finance Favorites."
Forbes published the following review of wiredscholar.com in its May 21,
2001 issue: "A top-notch college-planning site, wiredscholar is so jam-packed
full of information that it appears daunting at first. Everything seems taken
care of. The site methodically runs users through the ins and outs of
financing an education, from the ABCs of student loans to choosing the right
lender, to explaining work-study and tax credits. The QuickTools box provides
several handy calculators to help you plan out your monthly savings or
calculate what your loan's accrued interest will be in the future. Acting as
more than a financing guide, wiredscholar also offers information on
admissions, applications and provides test prep advice. You won't find
another free site as comprehensive, organized or informative."
Salliemae.com is recognized in the June 2001 issue FamilyPC magazine under
the college financial aid category: "Here you'll find a wealth of information
on paying for college...there's plenty of excellent coverage on loans,
scholarships and repayment options. The calculators forecast costs, determine
how much to save and help you work out a monthly budget." This site was
redesigned in April 2000 to offer current borrowers interactive tools and
information to help manage their student loan accounts-providing them with
account access, a loan application and forms center, online repayment
calculators and information on borrower benefits, loan repayment options and
Sallie Mae's full suite of education loan products. In addition, customers
also can access Success(SM) by Sallie Mae, a trusted resource to help them
achieve their personal and financial goals. The Success network offers
significant savings on mortgages, brokerage services, long distance and more.
"We are proud that wiredscholar.com has been recognized for a third time
by Forbes as the best college-planning Web site, and are confident that the
site will continue to revolutionize the way that college-bound students plans
and pay for school," said Mark Overend, senior vice president of e-commerce,
Sallie Mae. "Moreover, we are pleased that salliemae.com has been honored as
one of the best financial resources online, and as a trusted tool students can
turn to when funding their education."
Sallie Mae, founded 28 years ago, provides funds for educational loans,
primarily federally guaranteed student loans originated under the Federal
Family Education Loan Program (FFELP). The company currently owns or manages
more than $68 billion in student loans for more than seven million borrowers,
and provides parents, students and educators with comprehensive information on
the financial aid process. Through its specialized subsidiaries and
divisions, Sallie Mae also provides an array of consumer credit loans,
including those for lifelong learning and K-12 education, and business and
technical outsourcing services for colleges and universities. More
information is available at http://www.salliemae.com .
Wiredscholar.com is the foremost online resource for "going-to-college"
information for students, parents and guidance professionals. Launched in
spring 2000, the site is the most comprehensive and objective resource on the
Web for information and interactive tools to assist with college preparation,
evaluation, selection, application and financing, all in one online location.
The site has been named a Forbes Favorite in the college-planning category of
Forbes.com's "Best of the Web" issues in September 2000, February 2001 and May
2001. Wiredscholar.com is an independent brand of Sallie Mae, the nation's
largest source of education funding, which extends the company's commitment to
helping students achieve a higher education. For more information, visit
http:://www.wiredscholar.com .
Sallie Mae, Success and wiredscholar are registered service marks of
Sallie Mae, Inc. USA Education, Inc. and its subsidiaries, other than the
Student Loan Marketing Association, are not sponsored by or agencies of the
United States.
SOURCE Sallie Mae
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CONTACT:
Erin Love of Sallie Mae, 703-810-7136, or
erin.b.love@slma.com
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