11,297 SBA loans totaling $4.0B have been approved for all other professional, scientific, and technical services businesses (NAICS 541990). The average approved SBA loan is $357K, which is 5% above avg the $340K national average. 1003 active lenders fund this industry with a 7.6% historical default rate.
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Across all SBA loan programs, 11,297 loans have been approved for businesses classified under NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), representing $4.0B in total capital deployed. The average approved loan of $357K is 5% above avg the national SBA average of $340K, with typical repayment terms of 124 months.
SBA lending for all other professional, scientific, and technical services is accelerating — loan volume has grown approximately 66% over recent fiscal years. This upward trajectory suggests expanding access to capital and growing lender confidence in this sector. Peak activity occurred in FY2025.
The industry sees a balanced mix of SBA programs, with 13% of loans using the 504 program for fixed asset acquisition and the majority using 7(a) for its flexibility across working capital, equipment, and business acquisition uses. SBA 7(a) loans offer up to $5M with terms up to 25 years for real estate.
PeerSense specializes in matching all other professional, scientific, and technical services business owners with the capital sources most likely to approve their specific deal structure. As an advisory firm (not a lender), we structure your deal across our network of 500+ SBA-approved lenders to find the best terms — our referral fee is established upfront and paid at closing. No retainers.
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Data aggregated from SBA loan records (1992–2025). All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services defined by NAICS code 541990. Not financial advice. PeerSense is a capital advisory firm, not a lender. Consult a lending professional before making financial decisions.