College Loan Corporation, the nation’s seventh largest student loan provider, today announced that it was chosen as a finalist in the “Best Customer Service” category for the 2006 American Business Award, more commonly known as the “Stevie(tm).”

Hailed as “the business world’s own Oscars” by the New York Post, the American Business Awards are the only national, all-encompassing business awards to honor great performances by businesses. More than 1,500 entries from companies of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted for consideration in more than 40 categories. College Loan Corporation is a finalist in the Best Customer Service category.

College Loan Corporation’s first-class service includes a “24 hours a day, seven days a week” helpline that is answered by experts in an average of eight seconds. This same superior service is available for Spanish-speaking families. All CLC(r) customers also receive the Company’s One Call Promise(r) commitment to eliminate phone tag and resolve matters quickly.

“College Loan Corporation was founded on the belief that providing superior customer service was essential to help students access higher education,” said Cary Katz, chairman and chief executive officer. “Instead of being just another lender, we offer unparalleled, convenient access to experts who can provide financial aid advice that meets the needs of each family’s unique situation.” “Being named a finalist in the American Business Awards is an important achievement,” said Michael Gallagher, founder and president of the Stevie Awards. “It means that independent business executives have agreed that the nominee is worthy of national recognition. We congratulate all of the finalists on their achievement and wish them well in the competition.” Winners will be announced during the annual gala June 12 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.

About College Loan Corporation

College Loan Corporation, headquartered in San Diego, is the nation’s seventh largest student loan provider, managing more than $9 billion in student loan assets. By offering innovative loan products and industry-leading customer service, the Company has helped make higher education possible for more than 600,000 students and families. More than 850 colleges and universities have designated College Loan Corporation as a preferred lender. CLC(r)’s student loan hotline offers expert loan consultants 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1.800.2COLLEGE. For more information, visit http://collegeloan.com.

About the Stevie Awards

Hailed as “the business world’s own Oscars” by the New York Post (April 27, 2005), a Stevie(tm) is conferred through three programs: the American Business Awards, the International Business Awards and the Stevie Awards for Women Entrepreneurs. Honoring companies of all types and sizes, and the people behind them, a Stevie(tm) recognizes outstanding performance in the workplace. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.stevieawards.com.

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