Nelnet is a diversified financial services and technology company that has grown far beyond its roots as a student loan servicer. Today, the company provides payment technology for over 1,300 higher education institutions and 11,500 K-12 schools nationwide. Nelnet delivers comprehensive solutions through its multiple business segments, including loan servicing, payment processing, technology services, and telecommunications. With more than 7,000 associates working in over 30 communities across the country, Nelnet serves millions of students, families, and institutions through its innovative platforms and services.
The company's operations span consumer lending, loan servicing, payments, and technology-enabled services, with a strong focus on the education sector. Nelnet's largest platforms support loan servicing and education-related technology solutions, generating significant net interest income from a portfolio of federally insured student loans. Beyond education finance, Nelnet has expanded into banking, asset management, renewable energy development, real estate, and strategic investments in emerging growth companies. This diversification strategy has positioned Nelnet as a multifaceted services organization that continues to evolve while maintaining its core mission of making customers' dreams possible.