Financial Aid

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-PLUS Loan

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-Applying for a Stafford Loan
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Alternative Loans For Students

Alternative Education Loans help bridge the gap between the actual cost of your education and the limited amount the government allows you to borrow in its programs.

Alternative loans are offered by private lenders and there are no federal forms to complete.

Some families turn to private education loans when the federal loans don't provide enough money or when they need more flexible repayment options.

Private education loans tend to cost more than the loans offered by the Federal government and there may be additional fees and restrictions associated with the loan.  A majority of these loans are based on credit and may require a co-borrower.

Please contact the Office of Financial Aid to discuss whether an Alternative Loan is right for you. 

The Office of Financial Aid promotes student loan borrowing only when it is absolutely necessary and encourages all students to explore all other options available to them first.  Please be aware that all student loans are monies that will need to be repaid. 

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