CHESLA Consumer Finance Counsel Services

The Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority (CHESLA) is seeking a firm to provide Consumer Finance Counsel services related to the structuring, regulatory compliance, and implementation of a graduate loan solution. The solution aims to address the financing gap created by the elimination of the federal Grad PLUS program. The selected firm will work on a multi-level structure designed to maintain broad access while ensuring responsible underwriting. Key aspects of the project include: • Developing a statewide graduate loan solution • Structuring and implementing the loan program • Ensuring regulatory compliance • Maintaining broad access while ensuring responsible underwriting The project requires a firm with experience in consumer finance and loan program development. The selected firm will work closely with CHESLA to ensure the successful implementation of the graduate loan solution.