Introducing: Rising Star Program

College Graduate Approval Program*
on new or certified pre-owned vehicles.

Mercedes-Benz Financial is proud to announce the Rising Star College Graduate Approval Program. Rising Star was created to offer recent college graduates the Mercedes-Benz experience in a deserving manner to their position as developing professionals. With minimal requirements, this select group of customers can enjoy their early success and start the journey as Mercedes-Benz customers for life.

Vehicle Eligibility*


New or Certified Pre-Owned Mercedes-Benz vehicles only.

Amount Financed or Capitalized Cost not to exceed $45,000 within applicable standard advance guidelines (refer to rate sheets).

2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Program Eligibility*


Guidelines and stipulations (All information must be provided before credit approval, meeting the program eligibility guidelines does not automatically guarantee credit approval).

  • Graduate of an accredited college with a 4-year undergraduate degree, graduate degree, -or- registered nursing degree earned within the previous 24 months.
  • A copy of the graduate's diploma -or- official transcripts.
  • Proof of income required - Last 3 months of bank statements or most recent pay stub.
  • Customer must have a minimum of 24 months of credit on file. Gross debt to income ratio not to exceed 50%.
  • Gross payment to income amount not to exceed 20%.
  • Must score Tier 2 -or- better.