SLM Corporation (SLM)

NASDAQ: SLM · Real-Time Price · USD
23.67
+0.24 (1.02%)
Apr 28, 2026, 2:43 PM EDT - Market open
1.02%
Market Cap 4.46B
Revenue (ttm) 1.67B
Net Income (ttm) 732.94M
Shares Out 188.58M
EPS (ttm) 3.55
PE Ratio 6.65
Forward PE 8.78
Dividend $0.52 (2.20%)
Ex-Dividend Date Jun 4, 2026
Volume 1,815,240
Open 23.64
Previous Close 23.43
Day's Range 23.47 - 24.02
52-Week Range 17.77 - 34.97
Beta 1.05
Analysts Buy
Price Target 31.09 (+31.35%)
Earnings Date Apr 23, 2026

About SLM

SLM Corporation, through its subsidiaries, originates and services private education loans to students and their families to finance the cost of their education in the United States. It provides retail deposit accounts, including high-yield savings accounts, money market accounts, and certificates of deposit; and interest-bearing omnibus accounts. The company was formerly known as New BLC Corporation and changed its name to SLM Corporation in December 2013. SLM Corporation was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Newark, Delaware. [Read more]

Industry Credit Services
Sector Financials
Founded 1972
Employees 1,788
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol SLM
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, SLM Corporation's revenue was $1.65 billion, an increase of 14.66% compared to the previous year's $1.44 billion. Earnings were $729.12 million, an increase of 23.57%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 11 analysts, the average rating for SLM stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $31.09, which is an increase of 31.35% from the latest price.

Price Target
$31.09
(31.35% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Founder of Shark Tank-backed startup Scholly sues his acquirer Sallie Mae

When Chris Gray sold his Shark Tank-backed scholarship search startup Scholly to Sallie Mae in 2023, he thought he had it all. Now he's suing the student loan giant for wrongful termination and allegi...

3 hours ago - TechCrunch

Sallie Mae Announces Senior Leadership Appointments

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae® (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today announced it has named Chief Financial Officer Peter Graham and Chief Operational Officer Kerri Palmer Co-Pres...

22 hours ago - Business Wire

SLM Corporation Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 saw EPS rise to $1.54 and loan originations grow 5% year-over-year, with strong credit quality and robust capital returns. 2026 EPS guidance was raised, supported by loan sales and share repurchases, while strategic investments position the business for multi-year growth.

4 days ago - Transcripts

Sallie Mae Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Raises Full-Year 2026 Diluted Earnings per Common Share Guidance

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today released first quarter 2026 financial results and raised full-year 2026 diluted earnings per common share guida...

4 days ago - Business Wire

Sallie Mae Declares Dividends on Preferred Stock Series B and Common Stock

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today announced a 2026 second-quarter dividend on its Preferred Stock Series B of $1.4269028 per share. The company a...

5 days ago - Business Wire

Understanding Financial Aid Offer Letters: What College-Bound Families Need to Know

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Each spring, students and families reach one of the most important milestones in the college decision process: receiving financial aid offer letters from colleges and un...

12 days ago - Business Wire

David Einhorn signals caution as his hedge fund Greenlight prioritizes capital protection

Greenlight Capital's David Einhorn warned that investors may be underestimating potential downside risks. "It probably won't surprise anyone that we are again putting capital preservation at the top o...

14 days ago - CNBC

Sallie Mae to Release First-Quarter Financial Results

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae® (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, will release first-quarter 2026 financial results after market close on Thursday, April 23, 2026. A live audio webca...

20 days ago - Business Wire

Sallie Mae® Expands Graduate Loan Options For Medical and Dental Students

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae (Nasdaq: SLM) today announced new and expanded graduate loan options for medical and dental students, supporting students from the first year of school throug...

6 weeks ago - Business Wire

The Sallie Mae Fund Now Accepting Applications for Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Sallie Mae Fund is now accepting applications for the 2026–27 Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors. The Sallie Mae Fund's Bridging the Dream Schola...

6 weeks ago - Business Wire

SLM Corporation Transcript: 2026 RBC Capital Markets Global Financial Institutions Conference

The company highlighted strong capital markets execution, robust customer acquisition, and significant share buybacks. Grad PLUS reforms are expected to drive a 70% increase in originations over the next 3–4 years, with a focus on credit quality and competitive positioning.

6 weeks ago - Transcripts

Sallie Mae Announces $200 million Accelerated Share Repurchase

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae (Nasdaq: SLM) formally SLM Corporation, today announced that it has entered into a $200 million accelerated share repurchase (“ASR”) agreement with Goldman Sa...

7 weeks ago - Business Wire

Sallie Mae CEO to Speak at 2026 RBC Capital Markets Global Financial Institutions Conference

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae® (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today announced Chief Executive Officer Jon Witter will speak at the 2026 RBC Capital Markets Global Financial Insti...

7 weeks ago - Business Wire

Sallie Mae Successfully Prices First Student Loan ABS of the Year

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today announced the successful pricing of the first student loan asset-backed securities (ABS) transaction of the yea...

7 weeks ago - Business Wire

Sallie Mae Sets Date for Annual Meeting of Stockholders

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae® (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today announced its 2026 annual meeting of stockholders will take place on June 16, 2026, at 1 p.m. ET. The annual m...

2 months ago - Business Wire

DEADLINE NEXT WEEK: Berger Montague Advises SLM Corporation a/k/a Sallie Mae (NASDAQ: SLM) Investors to Contact the Firm Before February 17, 2026

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- National plaintiffs' law firm Berger Montague PC announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against SLM Corporation a/k/a Sallie Mae (NASDAQ: ...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

SLM Corporation Transcript: Bank of America Financial Services Conference 2026

Expansion into the grad lending market, driven by federal reforms and strategic partnerships, is expected to fuel significant origination and earnings growth over the next few years. Credit quality remains stable, with strong risk management and capital return priorities.

2 months ago - Transcripts

Sallie Mae CFO to Speak at Bank of America Securities 2026 Financial Services Conference

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae® (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today announced Chief Financial Officer Pete Graham will speak at the Bank of America Securities 2026 Financial Serv...

2 months ago - Business Wire

Sallie Mae Names Steve Turner Chief Technology and Enablement Officer

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae® (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today announced it has appointed Steve Turner, Chief Technology and Enablement Officer. In this role, Turner will ov...

3 months ago - Business Wire

INVESTOR NOTICE: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of SLM Corporation

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In SLM To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you purchased or acquired sec...

3 months ago - PRNewsWire

UPCOMING DEADLINE: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of SLM Corporation

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner  James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In SLM To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

REMINDER: SLM Corporation a/k/a Sallie Mae Investors With Significant Losses Must Act By February 17, 2026

NEW YORK, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby McInerney LLP reminds SLM Corporation a/k/a Sallie Mae (“SLM” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:SLM) investors of the February 17, 2026 deadline to seek the r...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

SLM INVESTOR REMINDER: SLM Corporation a/k/a Sallie Mae Investors Have Until February 17, 2026 To Seek Lead Plaintiff Role

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--If you have suffered a loss on your SLM Corporation a/k/a Sallie Mae (“SLM” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:SLM) investment, contact Lauren Molinaro of Kirby McInerney LLP by emai...

3 months ago - Business Wire

SLM Corporation Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025

Delivered strong 2025 results with 6% loan origination growth and higher EPS, driven by robust sector trends and strategic partnerships. 2026 guidance anticipates 12%-14% origination growth, increased investment, and stable credit, with PLUS loan reforms expected to fuel future expansion.

3 months ago - Transcripts

Sallie Mae Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Financial Results

NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sallie Mae (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today released fourth quarter and full-year 2025 financial results. Complete financial results and related materials ...

3 months ago - Business Wire