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Rhode Island Student Loan Authority (RISLA) is a non-profit quasi-state authority that has been providing lower-cost higher education financing solutions since 1981 and free college planning services since 1998. Also provided by RISLA is RIScholarships.org, a free online scholarship search tool to help match students with local scholarships. Additionally, RISLA also offers the Knowledge for College Scholarship, which awards 50 students $2,000 each to help pay for college expenses. For students trying to reduce their interest rates on existing student loans, RISLA also offers low-cost student loan refinancing options. RISLA is with you every step of your college journey, walking you through the college planning process, educating families on obtaining financial aid, and providing tools and resources that help families make informed and responsible borrowing choices to help pay for education.
Reviews 765
Kristie C
Nov 03,2023Easy to work with. Very helpful. They respond to emails very quickly with any questions I had.
TIRUMALA Kashibhatla
Nov 02,2023Entire process was so quick and simple.I am able to reduce my APR to 4% less than what I was paying. Really recommend.
Dan Day
Nov 02,2023Always there to answer questions. Made the loan process very easy. Best rates around compared to “big” companies.
MARIA G
Nov 01,2023The application process was simple and easy to complete. They were very quick in responding to any questions we had. I would highly recommend them
ALLISON L
Oct 27,2023So far everything has been very easy to use and the communication is amazing. Every person I spoke with has been very kind and very informative.
Michael K
Oct 25,2023All went well
Christine and Samantha Shriner
Oct 23,2023For several years College Planning Center has assisted me and my children with all College planning needs. Every interaction with all of the staff has been excellent without fail. We are very grateful for their assistance and support over the years.
Anthony Pezza
Oct 20,2023We meet with Erin Demaggio, and she was excellent. She answered all our questions and guided us what we have to do going forward. We our older parents and have two daughters going into college in Sept 24'.
Osvaldo M
Oct 20,2023The easy-to-use process and support when needed.
customer
Oct 20,2023Very helpful information was provided with understanding, kindness, professionalism and patient.
Susan Hardge
Oct 18,2023The woman was very patient and inclusive
William P
Oct 17,2023Quick, efficient, no hassle.
Nicholas P
Oct 13,2023Easy application would have scored 5 out 5 but was not contacted for additional info
Caroline
Oct 13,2023The customer service was nothing short of excellent. The staff was not only knowledgeable but also very patient in explaining the intricacies of college planning and student loans. The presentation and materials provided were extremely helpful. Their dedication to helping families navigate through the complex planning for college and commitment to customer service is very evident. I would highly recommend the planning center to anyone embarking on this venture.
Dylan B
Oct 12,2023RISLA helped get me loans for school
RonK
Oct 11,2023The application process was clear and concise and the loan terms/expectations were very clearly set at the onset. My daughter and I were both able to get through the application procedure with no issues whatsoever.
Katie Johnson
Oct 11,2023When I called easy directions to apply. Always friendly associates who take my call.
Brett S
Oct 11,2023I received knowledgeable, quick, and effective help filling out the CSS profile. I really appreciated it and will use the service again
Jennifer M
Oct 11,2023So easy and any time I had to call, I had a pleasant and knowledgeable person on the RISLA end. Thank you!
935 Jefferson Blvd Suite 3000, 02886, Warwick, US
http://www.risla.com
Elizabeth Deschenes
Nov 07,2023Our visit to the college planning center was fantastic and efficient. I went into the appointment with some anxiety about completing the CSS with my daughter and left relieved and grateful for their expertise and kindness.