Student Financial Services SFS

Graduate Loans

How to Apply

You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) first. File your FAFSA here.

Federal Direct Loan Unsubsidized

Unsubsidized Loan - Unsubsidized Loans are available to undergraduate and graduate students; there is no requirement to demonstrate financial need. Students are responsible for paying the interest on a Direct Unsubsidized Loan during all periods.

Required steps for student to complete:

  • Go to StudentAid.gov.
  • Log in using your FSA ID username and password.
  • Go to Checklists.
  • Select I’m in School.
    • Complete a Master Promissory Note (MPN) to take out a federal student loan.
    • Complete entrance counseling before getting a student loan.

For more information, click here.

Federal Direct PLUS Loan for Graduate/Professional Students

PLUS Loan for Graduate/Professional Students – This loan is commonly referred to as a Grad PLUS Loan and is available to graduate or professional students enrolled at least half-time at an eligible school in a program leading to a graduate or professional degree or certificate.

Required steps for student to complete:

  • Go to StudentAid.gov.
  • Log in using your FSA ID username and password.
  • Go to Checklists.
  • Select I’m in School.
    • Apply for a PLUS loan for graduate school to help pay for your child’s education expenses not covered by other aid.
    • Complete a Master Promissory Note (MPN) to take out a federal student loan.
    • Complete entrance counseling before getting a student loan.

For more information, click here.

Private Loans

Private loans, sometimes called alternative loans, are available from private lenders and offer additional financial assistance. A credit check is required for private loans and some of the loan terms and conditions may be based upon your credit standing. If you are a student, please know that most lenders will require a co-signer.

Carefully consider your needs before you borrow. We recommend that you exhaust all federal grant and loan programs before you consider a private loan. Please visit our Private Loans page for more information on private loans. 

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