Shoptalk is published by Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation (TG). Unless specifically noted, the policies and procedures outlined in Shoptalk apply only to loans made under TG's guarantee and not to loans underwritten by other guarantors.

Shoptalk Online 125, October 2, 2001

TG Updates

How Low Can It Go? TG's Default Rate 6.9% for FY 1999
TG's cohort default rate has taken another plunge, down to its lowest percentage ever.
TG Offers Workshop for TRIO Administrators
TG and the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) are offering TRIO administrators help with effective loan counseling and debt management.
Pencil Me In
Don't forget about these upcoming events!
TG Schedules Holiday Closings
Believe it or not, it'll be the holiday season before you know it.

Trends and Issues

Alternative Loans and Financial Aid
Let's face it. The cost of higher education continues to increase nationwide. As a result, students are seeking additional means for financing their education beyond traditional federal and state aid. One option students often turn to is alternative loans.

Questions about the articles in Shoptalk should be addressed to:
Customer Services
Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation
P.O. Box 83100, Round Rock, TX 78683-3100
(800) 252-9743
(512) 219-5700
(512) 219-4560 speech and hearing impaired

Contributors to this month's edition:
Kelly Kaelin
Laura Lavergne
Art Martinez

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