College Ave Named Official Student Loan Sponsor of the BIG EAST Conference and Men's Basketball Tournament

Sponsorship Kicks Off with a Chance to an Ultimate Getaway to the BIG EAST Men's Basketball Championship Game

WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- College Ave, a leading financial services company with a passion for helping students embark on a bright future, and the BIG EAST announce today a sponsorship agreement naming College Ave as the Official Student Loan Partner of the BIG EAST Conference and Men's Basketball Tournament this March. For its 43^rd consecutive year, the men's tournament will be played at Madison Square Garden, March 12-15.

To celebrate the sponsorship, College Ave is hosting the Big Game Sweepstakes, offering entrants a chance to win the ultimate getaway to the BIG EAST men's basketball championship game. The prize package includes 2 tickets to the Championship Game as well as a $1,000 gift card to help cover travel costs. To learn more and to enter, visit collegeave.com/BigEast.

In addition to the sweepstakes, College Ave will have significant presence both on and off the court and across digital channels throughout the tournament at Madison Square Garden.

"College Ave is proud to join the roster of BIG EAST Conference and tournament sponsors as the student lender of choice and helping fans on-and-off the court achieve big goals," said Dan Kennedy, Chief Marketing Officer of College Ave. "For more than 10 years, we have been helping students and families realize their educational pursuits at BIG EAST colleges and universities. With this sponsorship, we are excited to join students, alumni and fans and share in the excitement of college basketball." 

"We are excited to welcome College Ave as the Official Student Loan Partner of the BIG EAST Conference," said Vince Nicastro, BIG EAST Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer. "We understand that financing a college education is a significant investment, and College Ave's commitment to supporting students and their families in achieving academic success is invaluable in helping them take a meaningful step toward earning their degrees."

College Ave offers a roster of private student loans that fit a family's budget and goals. With a simple application, flexible loan options and great customer service, College Ave is proud to help families on the road to college breathe a little easier. For more resources and tips on how to plan and pay for college, visit: collegeave.com.

The BIG EAST
The BIG EAST Conference is an association of 11 nationally prominent colleges and universities that foster healthy athletic competition, community service and the pursuit of excellence in academic environments. The BIG EAST-sponsored athletic programs of our institutions provide national-caliber participation opportunities for more than 3,800 student-athletes on over 200 men's and women's teams in 22 sports. Established in 1979 and headquartered in New York City, the BIG EAST's members are located in eight of the country's top 36 largest media markets and include Butler University, University of Connecticut, Creighton University, DePaul University, Georgetown University, Marquette University, Providence College, St. John's University, Seton Hall University, Villanova University and Xavier University. For more information, visit www.bigeast.com.

About College Ave 
College Ave started with a big vision and a simple mission - take the stress out of paying for college so students can focus on preparing for a bright future. Now a leading fintech lending company, College Ave remains committed to using best-in-class technology and deep industry expertise to deliver practical and personal solutions that give young adults a running start on their roads to financial success. We offer best-in-class products with competitive rates and a customer-friendly experience from start to finish. Visit: www.collegeavestudentloans.com.

SOURCE College Ave