WSDA Partners with TISLA for Free Student Loan Counseling & Education
WSDA recognizes the importance of ensuring that members have the information they need to successfully manage student loan debt for themselves and their families, whether that means pursuing a forgiveness program such as Public Service Loan Forgiveness or simply getting unbiased advice on the best repayment strategies.
The Association is excited to announce our newest member benefit — free student loan counseling and education for members through a partnership with The Institute of Student Loan Advisors (TISLA).
TISLA is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free, expert advice to student loan consumers. The TISLA team has decades of experience helping student loan borrowers and are considered national experts on all things student loans.
WSDA + TISLA Members-Only Resources
Education
TISLA will provide a series of free live webinars to help WSDA members clearly understand the rules for existing and new repayment plans and tips for ensuring they meet their eligibility with no hiccups.
The first webinar is Thursday, February 12 at 6:30 PM (register here). Please register by February 9. This webinar will cover repayment plans, including the changes coming as a result of recent federal legislation.
Dedicated 1:1 Counseling
WSDA members now have access to dedicated 1:1 student loan counseling from TISLA for all your student loan questions or even for guidance with any disputes you might have related to your student loans.
- Email counseling can be accessed by emailing wsda@freestudentloanadvice.org (most emails are answered within 1 business day).
- Phone counseling can be scheduled here.
In addition to your own student loans, this counseling is also available for members to discuss other loans, such as for your spouse or child.
Please provide the following information in your email or at the time of your call when utilizing the 1:1 counseling service:
- ADA number.
- Basic loan information including types of loans and balance (you can find your loan information at www.studentaid.gov or on your loan servicer’s website).
More Student Loan Information
WSDA will continue to provide members with updates on student loan program or rule changes through our partnership with TISLA. Members can also access additional information from TISLA at freestudentloanadvice.org, and from WSDA at wsda.org/studentloans.
