Benefit solutions to meet the needs of today’s employers
The Great Resignation has brought unexpected challenges with millions of people leaving their jobs in search of better pay and benefits and an improved work-life balance.
Student Loan Repayment Assistance (SLRA) is a highly sought-after employee benefit. Add it to your product portfolio to address your clients most pressing needs.

Help employers attract and retain top talent
SLRA is a relatively new benefit, many employers don’t know where to start. We have up-to-date industry trends, articles and resources to help you educate and advise your clients.
SLRA is an ongoing, year-round investment in an employees’ financial well-being, and $5,250 per year is tax-free when provided as part of an Education Assistance Program.
Our solution includes seamless funds management that's attractive to busy human resource professionals.
Ascendium is a trustworthy partner
- 50+ years helping millions of people achieve student loan repayment success.
- Unparalleled knowledge of federal student loan regulations, policies and servicing activity.
- Mission-driven nonprofit committed to helping people reach their full potential.
- Comprehensive support includes student loan counseling and online financial education.
- Quick proposal turn-around, competitive fees.
Suite of Employee Benefit Solutions
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Co-Pay Partners®
Make contributions to employee student loans to help them conquer their debt more quickly.
Student Loan Counseling
Student Loan Success Center™
Provide one-to-one personalized support from trusted experts.
Online Financial Education
Knowledge Center
Generate better financial outcomes with engaging videos and interactive tools.
Insights

Show Clients How SLRA Pays for Itself through Employee Retention
A Student Loan Repayment Assistance (SLRA) benefit that can pay for itself, helping your clients retain high-performing employees. Our SLRA Return on Investment (ROI) Calculator allows you to create a personalized report using your client’s data to estimate the positive outcomes SLRA can have on their organization.Survey Results Show Student Loan Paydown is a Game-changing Benefit
Millions of people are seeking better pay and benefits and improved work-life balance. SLRA is ranked the third most important benefit to receive, behind retirement contributions and health/dental insurance. Learn more about why employers should offer this benefit.
An Employer’s Guide to Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Our free e-book is an employer’s roadmap to answer key questions about SLRA. It provides the steps, templates and resources to establish and implement an SLRA program in less than 60 days — any time of year regardless of budget cycle.
Student Loan Repayment Assistance FAQ's
Find answers to commonly asked questions about SLRA, such as how to create and offer a SLRA benefit, features, and more.