Top 3 Reasons to Pay for College with ACT 1st FCU

Congratulations – you’ve graduated, been accepted to college, and are on your way to an exciting future! But now you also have to pay for tuition, housing, books, and other costs along the way. Scholarships, grants, federal student loans and work study should be your first choices to foot the bill, but many families still need more help to cover the costs. That’s where ACT 1st FCU comes in!

Did you know your credit union offers a better way to pay for college? Here’s what sets our student lending solution apart from other lenders:

1. Flexible Funding
With delays in this year’s FAFSA and financial aid timeline, you might be under a time crunch for making decisions about college and how to pay for it. Even if you’re unsure of the college you’ll be attending or the exact loan amount you may need, you can establish your private education line of credit with ACT 1st FCU today. Then, when you’ve finalized the details, we’ll be ready when you are.

2. Line of Credit Structure
By paying for college with our innovative line of credit, you can secure funding for your entire undergraduate career with just one application!* In future academic years, you’ll simply request funds from the line for the amount you need – no need to reapply.

3. Personalized Support
We’ll connect you with a concierge team member who will be with you for every step of your application process. Plus, our College Counselor provides free, one-on-one support via phone or email to answer any questions you may have about paying for college.
And of course, you’ll get the quality member experience you’ve come to expect from ACT 1st FCU! Click here and learn more today about how we can help you make your higher education dreams a reality!

* Subject to annual review and credit qualification. Must meet school’s Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.

All ACT 1st FCU offices will close at 1pm on Tuesday December 24th. We will remain closed Wednesday 12/25 and Thursday 12/26. Normal hours resume on Friday, 12/27. Merry Christmas from all of us at ACT 1st FCU!