Sallie Mae reviews

3.9

74% would recommend to a friend

(676 total reviews)
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Jonathan Witter

83% approve of CEO

79% positive business outlook

Sallie Mae has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 676 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Sallie Mae employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Financial Services industry (3.7 stars).

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676 reviews
5.0
May 22, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Sallie Mae offers a solid benefits package, generous PTO, and a genuine commitment to promoting from within. The teams are collaborative and management is generally accessible and communicative. For someone with a finance background, there are meaningful opportunities to work on complex, high-volume processes and gain valuable experience in a well-known financial institution.

Cons

I don’t have any cons with this company as an employer!

5.0
May 7, 2026

Strong culture with opportunities to grow

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Overall, a positive place to work with a supportive team and strong collaboration across departments. There are opportunities to take on new challenges, build skills, and contribute to meaningful business initiatives. Leadership is generally accessible, and there’s a clear focus on driving results while maintaining a team oriented culture. Flexibility and work life balance are also a major plus!

Cons

Like many places, priorities can shift quickly, which can make it challenging to balance workload at times. Communication and alignment across teams can vary, and processes aren’t always as streamlined as they could be. There are opportunities to continue improving consistency and clarity, especially as Sallie Mae grows.

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