Together Offering Financial Support to College Students and Families

Liberty Bank is proud to announce a new partnership with College Ave, a leading provider of private student loan solutions, to offer expanded financial support to students and families navigating the cost of higher education.

This partnership enables Liberty Bank to provide private student loans and student loan refinancing options, helping customers access the funding they need after utilizing federal aid, family contributions, scholarships, and grants.

Key Benefits of the Partnership Include:

• Expanded Access to Education Funding: Students and families can now secure the financial support they need to pursue higher education through private student loans and refinancing options.
• Flexible Loan Solutions: With College Ave’s industry expertise, Liberty Bank customers will benefit from customizable loan terms and competitive rates tailored to meet individual financial needs.
• Mission-Aligned Impact: The partnership reflects Liberty Bank’s enduring commitment to improving the lives of customers, teammates, and communities by offering meaningful, long-term financial solutions.

“At Liberty Bank, we are committed to helping our customers achieve their educational goals and secure their financial future,” said Matt Cammarota, Executive Vice President & Head of Retail Lending at Liberty Bank. “Our partnership with College Ave allows us to offer flexible and accessible student loan solutions, ensuring that more students and families can navigate the cost of their higher education with confidence. This collaboration is a natural extension of our mission to improve lives and strengthen communities for generations to come.”

“College Ave is thrilled to partner with Liberty Bank, supporting their efforts to achieve a mission of improving lives and strengthening communities,” said Brian Reed, Head of Partnerships at College Ave. “Whether you’re a parent or a student looking for a loan, we’re here to take the stress out of paying for college by offering simple applications, flexible loan options, and great service that fits your budget and goals.”

About Liberty Bank

Established in 1825, Liberty Bank has $8.4 billion in assets, 54 retail banking offices across Connecticut and Massachusetts. As a full-service financial institution, Liberty offers consumer and commercial banking, treasury management, home mortgages, business loans and investment services. Named ‘Top Workplace’ by the Hartford Courant every year since 2012; designated a 2021, 2022 and 2023 Best-In-State Bank in Connecticut by Forbes Magazine; and received J.D. Power’s award for Best Retail Banking Customer Satisfaction in the New York Tri-State Region in 2025.