Welcome Philander Smith University Employees
Through the Hope Affinity Network, HOPE provides Philander
Smith University (PSU) employees with affordable financial products and
services to help build a brighter future.
Offers currently available for PSU associates include the Hope Affinity Network Employee Loan Program as well as additional discounts on other loans. Read more below to learn how you can take advantage of these exclusive opportunities.
HOPE Affinity Network Employee Loan Program
Philander Smith University employees who meet the following requirements will qualify for a $1,000 unsecured loan:
- Must have been employed with PSU for a minimum of one year at date of application
- Required repayment by payroll deduction
- 10% annual percentage rate (APR)
- Up to 12-month repayment period
- Employee can only utilize this employee loan program benefit once every 12 months
- Employees may apply for additional HOPE loan products as needed in accordance with HOPE’s regular approval processes, but may only have one unsecured loan outstanding at any time.
- Hope Membership required ($10 membership fee and $15 minimum balance required).
- Current Hope Deposit Accounts must be in good standing
- Underwriting Documentation:
- Completed and signed HOPE Consumer Loan Application
- Proof of Identification/SSN
- Proof of Residence
- Verification of income from employer (two most recent paystubs)
- Verification of employment date from employer
- PSU authorization of agreement for payroll deduction
Please fill out the form below to apply for an employee loan.
Additional Benefits Available to PSU Employees
- HOPE Rewards Checking
- First order of checks free
- .25% discount on auto loans with payroll deduction
- 0.50% discount on mortgage origination fees on an approved HOPE mortgage loan
- Waived 60-day share branching/mobile deposit requirement
- Free financial education including homebuyer readiness and guidance
Philander Smith University - Employee Loan Program Request Form