We're Great Lakes, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping make college a reality. We also make successful student loan repayment possible, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Education and private lenders.Students and their families borrow money for college because it is an important investment in their future. While we don't make student loans, we work with all groups involved in the student loan process to protect these investments. Our goal: to help students borrow responsibly, complete their education, and find repayment solutions that work for them. more... See more text