Forecast & Rating11 analysts currently cover SLM, with about 54.5% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $28.55, about 17.5% upside from the current price of $24.29. Price targets span a fair range, indicating some disagreement among institutions. Historically, about 66.0% of past price targets were eventually met, which adds credibility. For you, this means institutional views on SLM are split — bulls and bears coexist, so you'll need to weigh it against your own judgment. Data as of Jul 24, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Jul 24, 2026
Price forecast
$28.5517.52%
Forecast & RatingBuy
11analysts
Strong buy45.45%
Buy9.09%
Hold36.36%
Sell0.00%
Strong sell9.09%
Strong buy
5
Buy
1
Hold
4
Sell
0
Strong sell
1
Target price forecast
Forecast baselineJul 19, 2026
Forecast met50.8%
Stock price$24.29
Average forecast price$28.6
Highest forecast price$35
Lowest forecast price$23
Average forecast price
$28.6
Highest forecast price
$35
Lowest forecast price
$23
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.