Financial Aid
For most students, going to college is a rite of passage to adulthood, and for many adults, going back to school offers a chance at promotion and a better career. Yet paying for college has become increasingly difficult. Use the Financial Aid Web Guide to find Web resources that can help you fund your education.
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Student Loan Resources
The federal government offers by far the best student loans for education. The interest rate, servicing and payment options offered by the federal government beat private loans hands down. Unfortunately federal loans are limited and usually only cover the cost of tuition. Use the student loan resources here to find additional help paying for higher education.
Top Sites for Student Loan Resources
For federal loans …
Federal Student Aid
provides information on Stafford loans, PLUS loans for parents and PLUS loans for graduate and professional students.
StaffordLoan.com
offers explanations of the different federal loans available. Use the links provided to begin the application process.
After you’ve finished your education program …
Federal Student Aid's
Direct Loan Servicing center is the place to keep track of your balances, make or defer payments, and enroll in electronic funds transfer. Everything is PIN protected and encrypted for your security. Try the Question Center for additional frequently asked questions and assistance with your PIN.
Federal Direct Consolidation Loans Information Center
offers the best resources for consolidating your loans so that you only make one payment per month.
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