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Trellis

At TAMIU, we understand the importance of financial literacy in helping you make informed decisions about paying for college. Through our partnership with Trellis, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting students, we offer comprehensive resources and tools to guide you through the complex world of student loans. Whether you're considering borrowing or managing your student loans, Trellis can help you gain the knowledge and confidence to make the right decisions for your future.

Why Financial Literacy is Crucial

Navigating student loans can be overwhelming, but understanding your options is key to financial success. Using the Trellis resources provided by TAMIU, you’ll gain valuable insights into financing your education, exploring repayment plans, and managing your loan responsibilities. We’re here to help you achieve your academic goals without a debt burden.

Explore the Trellis Resources

Trellis offers the following tools and resources to help you better understand and manage your student loans. Click on the links below to get started:
Before borrowing, it's essential to understand the different types of student loans available to you. Trellis provides detailed information on federal vs. private loans, interest rates, and more so you can decide how to finance your education.

Learn More About Student Loans
Once you graduate, it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll repay your loans. Trellis offers various repayment plans that can help make repayment more manageable, including income-driven options, extended repayment plans, and loan consolidation.
 
Trellis provides an interactive calculator to help you estimate your monthly student loan payments based on different repayment plans. This tool will give you a better understanding of how your loans will affect your future finances.

Try the Student Loan Calculator
Falling behind on student loan payments can lead to serious consequences, including default. Trellis offers guidance on how to handle defaults, rehabilitate your loans, and avoid this situation altogether.
 
Texas A&M International University
Senator Judith Zaffirini Student Success Center (ZSC) 214
5201 University Blvd.
Laredo, TX 78041
Phone 956.326.2225
Fax 956.326.2224
Email financialaid@tamiu.edu