SLM ex-dividend date, dividend & yield
SLM Corporation Common Stock
SLM dividend history
| Ex-dividend date | Payment date | Dividend |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 4, 2026 | Dec 15, 2026 | $0.13 |
Payment dates marked ≈ are estimated from SLM's usual timing; the others were announced by the company.
Frequently asked questions
When is SLM's next ex-dividend date?
SLM's next ex-dividend date is Dec 4, 2026. To receive that dividend you need to own the shares by the close of Dec 3, 2026, the last business day before the ex-dividend date.
How much is SLM's dividend?
SLM most recently paid about $0.13 per share, and pays quarterly, which is roughly $0.52 per share a year. Amounts can change from payment to payment.
What is SLM's dividend yield?
SLM's dividend yield is about 2.28%, based on its annual dividend and a share price of $22.77 as of Oct 22, 2026. Yield changes as the price moves.
When does SLM pay its dividend?
SLM pays quarterly. The dividend for the Dec 4, 2026 ex-dividend date is paid on Dec 15, 2026.
How much income would $10,000 of SLM pay?
At the current yield of 2.28%, $10,000 invested in SLM would pay roughly $228 a year in dividends, or about $19 a month on average. Yield and dividends change, so this is an illustration only. Try the dividend income calculator for your own numbers.
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Data as of Oct 22, 2026. Figures are estimates, can be delayed or wrong, and are not investment advice. Learn more: what is an ex-dividend date?