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Undergraduate Borrowing

Paying for your undergraduate education is best
accomplished in steps. Assess the total cost of attendance, find financial aid, then fill the remaining gaps, typically with private loans.

FAFSA

The FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid, is the starting point for the entire student financial aid process.

Learn About Federal Direct Loans

Federal Direct Student Loans come with uniquely attractive terms, and should be the first place you begin looking for help in financing your educational expenses.

Learn About Private Student Loans

Private Student loans fill the final financial gap when federal direct student loans, grants, scholarships and family savings aren’t enough. For most students, they’re an essential part of the college equation.

What Parents Need to Know

Private student loans are based on credit history. By cosigning, parents can use their solid credit reputations to secure better student loan terms for their child.

 

 

Have student loan questions? Call our Student Services team.

1-800-721-3969

Student banking questions?

1-888-850-4064

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