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 7.9% upside from the current price of $26.46. Price targets span a fair range, indicating some disagreement among institutions. Historically, about 66.6% 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 Aug 17, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Aug 17, 2026
Price forecast
$28.557.88%
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 dateAug 16, 2026
Forecast met50.4%
Stock price$26.46
Avg. target$28.5
High target$35
Low target$23
Avg. target
$28.5
High target
$35
Low target
$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.