The Details on Undergraduate Loans

College students looking for a way to pay for their education should strive to learn as much as they can about undergraduate loans. For most, it is necessary to obtain assistance when paying for college. There are grants and scholarships that do not require repayment, as well as a wide variety of loans both federal and private. A good place to begin is a consultation with a student financial advisor. An advisor can educate you on the different types of loans available for undergraduates.


Stafford loans are the most frequently used type of undergraduate loan. These loans are provided by the federal government under the U.S. Department of Education. Subsidized Stafford loans are awarded to students based on financial need. While the student is in school (or the loan is in deferment) there is no interest paid on the loan as it is taken care of by the government. An unsubsidized Stafford loan is also federal, but is not based on need. With this type of loan the borrower must pay all the interest. On both types of Stafford loans the interest rate is normally low.

Another type of undergraduate loan is the Perkins loan, reserved for students with extreme financial need. The amount provided by the Perkins loan is usually low therefore these students usually also get a subsidized Stafford loan also. PLUS Loans are available for parents of dependent students attending college half or full-time. These loans are subject to credit approval. In addition to federal loans, there are loans available from private lenders such as banks, credit unions and lending companies. Researching the lenders in depth before deciding on one is recommended for loan seekers.

As you can see, there are multiple options when it comes to undergraduate loans. The type of loan or loans you should apply for depends on your financial circumstances and tuition cost. For federal loans, a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed. For private loans, the application process is similar to any other credit application. Students are often required to have a cosigner with good credit on the application before they are granted a private loan due to stringent credit criteria. Repayment requirement vary from loan to loan with details explained in the terms and conditions agreement.



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