You may choose whether to physically sign or e‑sign your student loan application and promissory note.
Physically Signing: If you choose to physically sign your note, provide a bank statement verifying your name and physical address as stated on the application. If you cannot provide a bank statement, then a utility bill with this information is acceptable, along with a W‑2 or first two pages of your 1040 verifying your name, address, and SSN. If you do not file taxes or receive W‑2s but can be claimed as a dependent on another's tax return, we will accept the 1040 of the individuals who claim you as a dependent.
E-signing: This must be done through our application portal, not through the Sign and Certify function on Adobe Acrobat products. You must first review and agree to the Electronic Documents Consent. Then, under your Loan Documents Checklist, you can choose to complete your signature on the application and promissory note. You will be asked to complete four steps: 1) review your application/promissory note, 2) enter and validate the e‑sign code found on the bottom of the last page of the note, 3) consent to the terms of the note, and 4) consent to verify identity using the information found on your credit report.
After you select "Continue," you will be asked to answer four questions related to your credit report. These questions are generated by Equifax, a credit reporting agency, and relate to items in your personal credit profile. These questions allow us to verify your identity and protect you from fraud.
