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Alternative Student Loans


As you pursue your educational goals, we understand that meeting the cost of your education can be a major concern. 

Alternative student loans:

  • are available to students who have received the maximum award amounts under the Federal Family Education Loan Program or met their cost of attendance limit. 

  • These loans are sponsored by banks and private lending institutions.

  • The Interest rates and repayment schedules vary. 

There are two types of alternative loans:

1. School Certified

  • You must not have exceeded your cost of attendance.

  • Interest accrues while in-school.

    Check with your lender for deferment options.

  • To calculate the amount Financial Aid Services can certify, use the following:

Cost of Attendance - Financial aid* = Certifiable Loan Amount

*Financial aid includes: Federal aid/State aid/scholarships from private donors.

Apply:

  • Applications must be completed with your lender before Financial Aid Services is able to submit your information to the lender.
  • Lender Options List (available soon)

2. Non-School Certified

  • You are able to borrow whatever your credit allocates.

  • These loans tend to have a higher interest rate.

  • May only be offered by a few lending institutions.

  • Interest accrues while in-school.

    Check with your lender for deferment options.

Apply:

  • Contact your lender to apply for this type of loan.
 

Note: For detailed information regarding Alternative Student Loans, please contact your lender directly.