"When you remove financial barriers, the rest of the system bends," says Manu Smadja, co-founder and CEO of MPOWER Financing. Our 2026 Social Impact Report details this systemic change: by focusing on a student's future potential, we create widespread, lasting benefits. Universities fill seats, employers gain critical global talent, and origin communities receive vital remittances. Students achieve a prosperous life and "pay it forward, again and again." Download the 2026 Social Impact Report: https://mpw-me.com/4uG8PRL #Leadership #Fintech
MPOWER Financing
Financial Services
Washington, DC, DC 28,055 followers
Student loans and scholarships for international and DACA students | Empowering global citizens for global change
About us
At MPOWER Financing, we believe education should be borderless. As a fast-growing fintech, we leverage our cross-border digital lending platform, big data, and global infrastructure to finance the millions of high-promise international and DACA students in North America. We were named by American Banker as a top fintech to work for (2018, 2019, and 2020), and our product was rated as top in its class by Nerdwallet and U.S. News.
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http://www.mpowerfinancing.com
External link for MPOWER Financing
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC, DC
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2014
- Specialties
- Student Loans, Lending, Financial Services, Financial Technology, Financial Literacy, International Student Loans, Student Finance, Education Loans, College Planning, Higher Education, Financing School, Credit, and international students
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1101 Connecticut Ave NW
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Washington, DC, DC 20036, US
Employees at MPOWER Financing
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The return on investment for an MPOWER-funded education can be life-changing. Our graduates experience an average 12x increase in income postgraduation. This dramatic socioeconomic mobility is amplified by the fact that 76% of our students come from households earning $15,000 or less per year. Explore more in our 2026 Social Impact Report on how MPOWER invests in human potential for a life-changing return on education. Download the 2026 Social Impact Report : https://mpw-me.com/4uG8PRL #CareerGrowth #SocioeconomicMobility
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In the past 12 years, MPOWER Financing has helped expand global education, funding over $1 billion in tuition for 25,000+ students from 183 countries. Our data-driven, no-cosigner model is truly enrollment-decisive: 93% of borrowers reported they would not have been able to study abroad without our support. We are unlocking new demand for global talent and enabling access to higher education. Download the 2026 Social Impact Report : https://mpw-me.com/49Bdf41 #MPOWERFinancing #InternationalEducation #SocialImpact #FinancialInclusion
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The MPOWER Financing 2026 Social Impact Report is officially here! We’re proud to share twelve years of data demonstrating that investing in "borderless minds" is a powerful catalyst for generational change. Key highlights from the report: $1 billion funded: We've enabled over $1 billion in tuition flows for 25,000+ students globally. Unlocking access: Our no-cosigner financing is enrollment-decisive, with 93% of borrowers reporting they could not have studied abroad without it. Life-changing returns: Our graduates achieve an average 12x increase in income postgraduation. See the full data on how MPOWER is shaping global talent, promoting equity, and magnifying economic growth in host and origin countries. Link in the comment! #MPOWERFinancing #SocialImpact #InternationalEducation #Fintech
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For international students, finding a paid internship in the U.S. can feel confusing due to visa rules, CPT timelines, and employer uncertainty. But with the right strategy, it’s absolutely possible. From understanding CPT requirements to knowing where visa-aware employers actually hire, this guide breaks down how international students can position themselves for paid internships that build real career momentum. 👉 Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gjXiNNHc #feelingMPOWERed #MPOWERFinancing #InternationalStudents #PaidInternships #CPT #F1Visa #CareerGuidance #StudyInTheUS #EarlyCareers
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Dipita David’s journey from Bangladesh to the University of Delaware is a reminder that international education isn’t just about getting accepted; it’s also about making it financially possible. With support from MPOWER Financing, Dipita was able to move forward with confidence and focus on her master’s in Business Analytics & Information Management. Her story highlights what so many international students experience: when financial stress is reduced, students can put their energy where it belongs, into their future. 👉 Read Dipita’s full story: https://lnkd.in/gwD9zfx5 #feelingMPOWERed #MPOWERFinancing #StudentSuccess #InternationalStudents #StudyInTheUS #StudyAbroadJourney #UniversityOfDelaware #Bangladesh #GradSchool
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Job-hopping is more common than ever, especially for early-career professionals, grads, and international students navigating short-term roles, internships, or visa timelines. The good news? Recruiters don’t always see it as a red flag. But how you present it matters. This guide breaks down how to frame job changes on your resume, cover letter, and in interviews without sounding like you’ll “jump ship.” 👉 Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gWTSZrvc #feelingMPOWERed #MPOWERFinancing #CareerGuidance #JobSearch #ResumeTips #EarlyCareers #InternationalStudents #CareerGrowth #LinkedInTips
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MPOWER Financing reposted this
MPOWER Financing turns 12 today. In 2014, Mike Davis and I started with a big idea… and some truly ugly PowerPoint slides. Fast forward: MPOWER now finances 10,000+ international graduate students each year across the U.S. & Canada—while expanding into international refi and supporting American students navigating the GradPLUS squeeze. Still a lot to build. Still learning every day. #FinTech #EdTech #HigherEducation #StudentLoans #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Immigration #GlobalTalent
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Interviews can be stressful even when you’re fully qualified 😅 Sometimes it’s the technical rounds. Sometimes it’s telling your story confidently. And for many international students, conversations about salary or visas add an extra layer. Bonus: If you’ve cracked it, share your best tip in the comments.
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Top university? Easy visa approval?” Not always. Even with an admission from Columbia University, she faced seven detailed questions at her U.S. visa interview, from graduation dates to proving her purpose. 📍 Why your profile matters more than your school 📍 The one mistake that could cost your visa 📍 And what the officer really wants to see in your answers 🎙️ Watch the full story to learn what helped her get approved: https://lnkd.in/gWEU3daN #VisaInterviewTips #InternationalStudents #F1Visa #MPOWERPodcast #StudyInUSA #RealStories #feelingMPOWERed