Loans & Financing Options

Federal Sources

Eligibility Requirements

Award Ranges

 

Federal Direct Stafford Loan Subsidized Program

Students who have demonstrated financial need beyond what financial aid covers are eligible to borrow under this program. The government will pay all interest during the in-school period, and principal repayment is not required while the student is in school.

Up to: $5500 for undergraduates

$8,500 for graduate students

 

 

 

 

 

Federal Direct Stafford Loan Unsubsidized Program

Students who do not have demonstrated need may borrow under this program. Interest will be paid by the borrower while borrower is in school. However, student may opt to defer payment until they leave school.

Up to: $6000 undergraduates

$12,000 for graduate students

Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loans

Available to graduate and professional students who need assistance financing an education that is not covered by other forms of financial aid. Graduate PLUS Loans are available to credit worthy, U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens. To process a loan you must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and initially apply for a Stafford loan.

Determined by the total cost of your educational program less your Stafford loan & other financial aid.