From improving your home to financing your dream vacation, even building your credit— we have a loan for that!
Home Improvement Loans
Our Home Improvement Loans are perfect for financing anything from kitchen remodels to landscaping, up to $25,000.
- Kitchen Remodel
- Bath Remodel
- Rec Room Remodel
- Cabinets
- Counter Tops
- Flooring
- Roofing
- Patios and Decks
- Landscaping
- Basement Finishing
- And more!
Signature Loans
Signature Loans are fixed-rate loans available when there is typically no collateral used to secure a loan. Working with CommStar’s loan department will ensure you an affordable monthly payment on a Signature Loan that puts cash in your pocket when you need it.
Share Secured Loans
Have you been denied a loan or credit because of your credit score? A Share Secured Loan is a great choice to help build or rebuild your credit. There is no dollar or time limit to a Share Secured Loan, allowing you to work on your credit score for as long or short a period needed. Know your money is safe and build your credit with the help of CommStar Credit Union.
Credit Cards
With competitive interest rates, several card options to fit your lifestyle, and a full range of reward options, we have the credit card that’s right for you. To find the best match for you, click here to learn more or apply now.
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Student Loans
The Smart Option Student Loan® for CommStar Credit Union by Sallie Mae®
Whether you’re an undergraduate, graduate student, or parent, get money for school from Sallie Mae® Student loans from CommStar Credit Union in partnership with Sallie Mae® could help!
Sallie Mae® higher education loans are designed for the needs of undergraduates, graduate students, and parents.
-Competitive interest rates
-Multiple repayment options
-No origination fees; no prepayment penalty¹
Find out which loan is right for you by clicking here.
Borrow responsibly
We encourage students and families to start with savings, grants, scholarships, and federal student loans to pay for college. Students and families should evaluate all anticipated monthly loan payments, and how much the student expects to earn in the future, before considering a private student loan. These loans are made by Sallie Mae Bank or a lender partner. CommStar Credit Union is not the creditor for these loans and is compensated by Sallie Mae for the referral of loan customers.
Smart Option Student Loan and graduate loan products: This information is for students attending participating degree-granting schools. Smart Option Student Loan information is for undergraduates only. Graduate Certificate/Continuing Education coursework is not eligible for MBA, Medical, Dental, and Law School Loans. Borrowers must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents if the school is located outside of the United States. Non-U.S. citizen borrowers who reside in the U.S. are eligible with a creditworthy cosigner (who must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident) and are required to provide an unexpired government-issued photo ID to verify identity. Applications are subject to a requested minimum loan amount of $1,000. Current credit and other eligibility criteria apply.
Parent Loan: This loan must be used to pay for eligible student expenses at participating degree-granting schools. The student cannot be a borrower or cosigner and is not responsible for repaying the loan. The borrower, cosigner, and student must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents. If the school issues a refund directly to the student, the borrower and cosigner (if applicable) are still responsible for repaying that amount. Applications are subject to a requested minimum loan amount of $1,000. Current credit and other eligibility criteria apply.
¹Although we do not charge a penalty or fee if you prepay your loan, any prepayment will be applied as outlined in your promissory note—first to Unpaid Fees and costs, then to Unpaid Interest, and then to Current Principal.
SALLIE MAE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR DISCONTINUE PRODUCTS, SERVICES, AND BENEFITS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE.
© 2020 Sallie Mae Bank. All rights reserved. Sallie Mae, the Sallie Mae logo, and other Sallie Mae names and logos are service marks or registered service marks of Sallie Mae Bank. All other names and logos used are the trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. SLM Corporation and its subsidiaries, including Sallie Mae Bank, are not sponsored by or agencies of the United States of America.
ISL Education Student Loans for CommStar Credit Union
We work with ISL Education Lending to offer private loans to help you pay for college as well as refinance existing student loans. ISL Education Lending is a nonprofit organization with decades of student loan experience offering lower-priced loans.*
ISL Education Lending offers:
- Loans for college students.
- A loan option for parents and family members who wish to borrow on behalf of a college student.
- Multiple student loan refinance options.
In addition, they offer multiple scholarship opportunities and free college planning tools to help students and families avoid overborrowing and plan smart for life during and after college.
Learn more about ISL Education Lending’s offerings on their website.
Please note:
- All loans offered by ISL Education Lending are subject to credit approval.
- Before applying for a private loan, we encourage you to first complete the FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You should also work with your college financial aid office to explore and exhaust all sources of student financial aid before seeking a private student loan.
*Community Star Credit Union is compensated by ISL Education Lending for the referral of student loan customers.
Simplify Your Student Loan Search
Personalized rates from 20+ student lenders, through 1 form, in under 3 minutes
At CommStar Credit Union, we believe in empowering students to achieve their
educational dreams. Our cutting-edge student loan marketplace is designed to help you find the
best student loan in a matter of minutes, not months.
Discover the benefits of our student loan marketplace:
● Search for in-school and refinance loans that suit your unique situation
● Explore competitive fixed and variable interest rates for ultimate personalization
● Enjoy flexible repayment terms and options that fit your budget
● Say goodbye to origination fees and prepayment penalties
Ready to take the next step toward your education goals?
Who can benefit from our student loans?
We’re here to support students at every stage of their educational journey. Whether you’re a high
school senior planning for college, an undergraduate student pursuing your degree, a graduate
student advancing your education, or even a borrower seeking to refinance for better terms,
we’ve got you covered. Our student loans are available to:
● Parents
● Undergraduate students
● Graduate and professional students (MBA, Law, MD, JD, etc.)
● Borrowers looking to refinance their existing student loans
What can you use our student loans for?
Our student loans are specifically designed to cover all your education-related expenses. From
tuition fees and room and board to textbooks, supplies, transportation, and other essential costs,
we’ve got you covered. Don’t let financial barriers hold you back from achieving your dreams.
Ready to find out your personalized rates?
Discovering your pre-qualified rates has never been easier. Simply click the button below and let us guide you through the process.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, our dedicated team is here to help. Reach out to us via email at memberservice@commstar.org or give us a call at 440-365-7342. We’re always ready to support you on your educational journey.
Borrow responsibly. We encourage students and families to start with savings, grants, scholarships, and federal student loans to pay for college. Students and families should evaluate all anticipated monthly loan payments, and how much the student expects to earn in the future, before considering a private student loan.
This student loan marketplace is powered by Sparrow. These loans are made by Sparrow’s lending partners. CommStar Credit Union is not the creditor for these loans and is
compensated by Sparrow for the referral of loan customers. Applications are subject to a requested minimum loan amount of $1,000. Current credit and other eligibility criteria apply.
SPARROW RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR DISCONTINUE PRODUCTS, SERVICES, AND BENEFITS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. © 2023 Sparrow Labs Inc. All rights reserved. Sparrow, the Sparrow logo, and other Sparrow names and logos are service marks or registered service marks of Sparrow Labs Inc. All other names and logos used are the trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Sparrow is not sponsored by or an agency of the United States of America.
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