Federal Direct Loans Knowledge Base
How Direct Federal Loans get disbursed? I'm confused about the disbursement of the William Ford Direct Federal Loan. If the maximum to get is $5,500 for a subsidized loan is that for the whole year or just per semester? So if I received the $5,500 in the fall does that mean I shouldn't expect any money for the Spring semester? Thanks! =)
Do I want to consolidate my Federal Perkins loan with my Federal Direct Stafford Loans? For those of you who are consolidating, you know that the Federal Stafford Loan interested rate as of July 1, 2006 will be 6.80% and the current interest rate for this loan type is 4.7% variable. I am wondering if I should consolidate my Federal Perkins loan even though the interest rate is 5.0% fixed. I am not interested in the Loan Forgiveness stuff that comes with the Perkins loan. I just want to know whether or not to consolidate the Perkins Loan for a lower interest rate on it. Or will I get a higher interest rate on it since only the Federal Direct Stafford/Ford Loans are experiencing an increase in the interest rate. Prompt responses very appreciated! I have until June 30, 2006 to consolidate!!!
Federal Direct Subsidized Loans - How much do I have to pay? I got some subsidized loans from my college and was wondering how much I would have to pay back when I graduate. For example: If I borrowed $1,000 in subsidized loans, did not pay it back until right after I graduate, how much would I have to pay? It would be just $1,000, right? Since the government is covering the interest till I graduate?
question about federal direct loans? I just went online and applied for a federal direct student loan. The financial aid office told me they are not based on credit. Is this true? How do I know if I qualify? how does it work? I submitted the entrance counselling and the promisory note online a few minutes ago.
Can I get a Federal Direct Loan or a Federal Stafford Loan if I have a credit Card? I am 18 years old. I have a job, but would like to get a credit card in case there is an emergency with my car. Is it possible for me in the state of New Jersey to get a federal direct loan or a federal Stafford loan for college if I have credit card debt? I herd somewhere its impossible, but cant find anything. Please post where you got your information. Thank you!
Federal Direct Plus Loans? My financial aid account says that I have the Federal Direct Plus Loans, however when i click on the link it says this, "Your loan application was certified and submitted to the direct loan servicer" does this mean my mothers credit was approved and we have the loan?
Can I put private education loans in my federal consolidation loan? I was just called by Sally Mae; the very rude collection agent was demanding that I make payment immediately for my loan that is 60 days overdue. I am currently doing the paperwork for a William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan to consolidate all of my student loans together. The agent told me that would not take care of this loan because it is a private student loan not a federal. Is this true? What options do I have if any to get all of my loans consolidated together?
What does Federal Direct Loan Unsubsidized? Some College I got accepted into is just giving me a federal direct loan-unsubsidized of $5500. So what can I do with that? How long could I take before I pay it back? Also I heard u could potientally keep all of it if u pay the tuition urself? And the $5500 is on a non-need base. So basically can anyone tell me everything I should know about this non-need base loan?
What is the grace period situation with Direct Loans? I have a Federal Direct Loan from college and I'm graduating with my BA in psychology in August, but may have to wait a year before I get into graduate school, since I'm not really sure about online grad school. Since I may be out of school for longer than the six month grace period in between, would I have to start repaying my loan before and during the time I'm in grad school? I don't really know how any of this works, but I'm a bit worried. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks.
Can you get a federal direct loan if you've gone over your maximum time frame? I was denied financial aid because of my maximum time frame (92 credits). But need two more classes to finish before I transfer to another university and was wondering if I can apply for a federal direct loan to pay for those classes. Also I have tried applying for a private student loan and was denied cause of my limited credit history so a federal direct loan is my only option. Please and Thank You
Loans from Williiam Ford, Federal Direct Loans help? I've received a letter from the William D Ford Direct Loans stating that I can have $5,000...as an undergraduate freshman. My parents aren't taking out a PLUS loan, I have to take out $10,000 to cover Savannah College of Art and Design's tuition for one year (and Im living at home.) I've been trying to contact the loan center and have yet to receive anything from them. And it seems like I receive more answers on this site than anywhere else anyway. So if anybody has gone through anyhting similar.......
How often can I get a federal direct loan for college? I started school Jan 2010..I had a pell grant and direct unsub loan..I finished in September..but will be starting college again next month..I am full time and use some of the loan to live off while I do college full time, I am not sure when a new year starts? Can I apply for one every year?
How and when do I get money from my federal student loans? I took out a Federal Direct Student Subsidized Loan, Federal Direct Student Unsubsidized Loan, and the Federal Perkins Loan. I want to use the leftover money (the money not being used to pay for tuition and room and board) for books. When would I get that? Does the school give me a check or something? That's what I heard they do...
How much can I borrow with a federal direct loan? I am currently an LPN and am going to return to school for my RN. I have 60 or 70 credit hours at this time and am independent status. How much can I borrow? The table on the website is a bit confusing... I am not exactly a second year undergraduate.
Will my Federal Direct Plus Loan get denied? My school offered me $19,206 in Federal Direct Plus Loans, but now they're saying they need to check my parents credit score. My parents have pretty bad credit, and we don't have a lot of money. Will my loan get denied?
How can I pay back A federal direct loan-unsubsidized? I know that there are repayment options for this kind of loan and repayment periods, but can't I start paying them back anytime I want? I have a $1,000 unsubsidized loan with interest that accrues while I'm in school. I want to start paying this one back as soon as possible. Please help. -Thanks!
What is a federal direct stafford loan? I'm applying for financial aid and looking over my report it says $1750 Federal Direct Stafford Loan and $3000 Fed Direct Unsub Stafford Loan. Both of these are to be paid back, right?
Federal Direct Subsidized Loans..are they good, ok? So, I didnt get a high enough G.P.A. for my junior year in college and was offered the Federal Direct Subsidized Loan for $5,500. I tried getting info on it but nothing different from what my school website said and that isnt enough to reassure me I'm not getting into anything I'll regret during college or afterwards w paying it off. I wana hear from those who have accepted this loan and how its working out for you. Are you still paying for it? How much, how often? Regret it? I know the amount and etc is different so yea, please detail...there is no way I can get $5,500 on my own but I wana have a general idea of what/how it is. THANK you so much guys :)
How to release funds from my Federal Direct Unsub Loan for school?? I got a Federal Direct Unsub Loan for college around the end of july and i got aprove for 3500 and accepted it, but the problem is that my school balance is still same and the school knows about the loan. So my question is do have to go to some web site and tell them to release the money?? The billis due monday Yea i did all of that, so does the money automatically goes to the school without me doing anything else?
When federal loans aren't enough? I am going to be attending a university in the fall and just learned that the federal direct loans have a limit determined by the school. I get only one other financial aid (Bright Futures) and the amount they gave me doesn't cover all of my fees overall. What can I do to get more loans?
What is a federal sub direct loan 6? I just checked on my financial aid status and it said i was approved for a federal PELL grant of $2,775 and a federal sub direct loan 6 of $1,516 what type of loan is this and when would I be expected to pay it back, i'm going to talk with the people at the financial aid office tomorrow but I figured I would find out even before then by checking yahoo answers first. also what about interest?
Is it good to get a federal direct subsidized loan my...? I will be starting college this fall (freshman year) My financial aid covers everything and aside from that i got offered work study for $4,500 my first year. I was wondering if getting a federal direct subsidized loan would be a good thing for me my first year????? I don't want to fall into debt too quick...especially being underage (17) starting college. What should i do?????? Thank you for your inputs ☺
Is there a standard Federal Direct Loan disbursement schedule? I am trying to find out what the disbursement dates are for my Federal Direct Loans but my college website doesn't have that information. Also, their financial aid department is impossible to get to on the phone. Is there a website where I can check that schedule?
Do I want to consolidate my Federal Perkins loan with my Federal Direct Stafford Loans? For those of you who are consolidating, you know that the Federal Stafford Loan interested rate as of July 1, 2006 will be 6.80% and the current interest rate for this loan type is 4.7% variable. I am wondering if I should consolidate my Federal Perkins loan even though the interest rate is 5.0% fixed. I am not interested in the Loan Forgiveness stuff that comes with the Perkins loan. I just want to know whether or not to consolidate the Perkins Loan for a lower interest rate on it. Or will I get a higher interest rate on it since only the Federal Direct Stafford/Ford Loans are experiencing an increase in the interest rate. Prompt responses very appreciated! I have until June 30, 2006 to consolidate!!!
Financial Aid : Federal direct subsidizing loan vs perkins loan?!? I'm heading into college soon and i have to borrow some loans. I would really really like to know what's the different between federal direct subsidized loan and federal perkins loan . What are the advantages/disadvantages to each. And which do you guys recommend? Thanks ahead
Help with financial aid? Federal direct unsubsidized loan? I got a partial scholarship to school & my parents covered the rest. I was awarded the Federal Direct Unsubsidized loan & it would help me out a lot with other bills for my apartment & such. I start school on Monday & I was just wondering if I have to accept it before hand because I haven't. Does it void after school starts or can I still accept it at any point?
Do all eligible federal student loans have to be included when you consolidate? I consolidated my undergraduate federal student loans a while back fixed @ 3.25%. I now have two seperate graduate student loans (also federal) that I would like to consolidate at a fixed rate so I can pay them off more easily. My undergraduate loan is a higher amount than my graduate loans combined and at a very favorable interest rate. Can I consolidate only my two new loans without including my low interest loan? I would not go through a private company, but rather through "Direct Loans." Having a singe payment is not my priority, I am looking for a fixed interest rate (preferably the lowest possible).
which loan is better the Federal Direct Subsidized Loan to meet need or the Federal Perkins Loan? these are the terms William D. Ford Federal Direct Subsidized Loan to meet need : The William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan program is available to undergraduate, graduate, and medical students based on financial aid eligibility. The federal government will pay interest on this loan while you are enrolled in college at least half-time. The application will not be processed through a bank, but rather through UCI and the U.S. Department of Education.The guarantee and origination fee will be deducted from the loan amount you borrow. You will be charged a 2.0-percent origination fee. A rebate of 1.5 percent of the loan amount will be included in each disbursement. If you advance a grade level during the academic year you may be eligible for a higher maximum annual loan limit. Otherwise, you must wait until the period of time equal to an academic year elapses to borrow again under the William D. Ford Federal Direct Student Loan Programs (subsidized and unsubsidized). Interest Rates are fixed at 6.0 percent. the second loan is: Federal Perkins Loan The Federal Perkins Loan is a long-term federal loan for students who demonstrate financial aid eligibility. Cumulative totals for the full term of college attendance may not exceed $20,000 for undergraduates and $40,000 for graduate students. Interest rate 5 percent per year during repayment Deferment period before repayment Information regarding deferments will be provided at your exit interview. Also, you may refer to your promissory note for the information. Full repayment up to 10 years Minimum payment $120 per quarter
How does a Federal Direct Subsidized Loan (William D Ford Loan) work? "The William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan program is available to undergraduate, graduate, and medical students based on financial aid eligibility. The federal government will pay interest on this loan while you are enrolled in college at least half-time. The application will not be processed through a bank, but rather through UCI and the U.S. Department of Education. The guarantee and origination fee will be deducted from the loan amount you borrow. You will be charged a 1.5-percent origination fee. A rebate of 1.0 percent of the loan amount will be included in each disbursement. If you advance a grade level during the academic year you may be eligible for a higher maximum annual loan limit. Otherwise, you must wait until the period of time equal to an academic year elapses to borrow again under the William D. Ford Federal Direct Student Loan Programs (subsidized and unsubsidized). Interest Rates for Undergraduate students are fixed at 5.6 percent. Interest Rates for Graduate/Professional students are fixed at 6.8 percent." Can someone clarify this for me? Let's say I borrow $3000.00, what will be the outcome?
Bad grades and federal direct loan? My daughter partied and flunked out of college after two years after being warned that I would not continue to pay for her education. She says she is very sorry and has learned her lesson, and wants to re-enroll and do the right thing this time, I am willing to help a little, but I am still not willing to pay after throwing away nearly $18,000 for nothing. My questions are: 1. Could she receive a federal direct loan without my signature? 2. What could she do to be considered independent? 3. She now works and pay her own bills, and has lived in her own apartment for more than a year, does that have any bearing on being considered independent? 4. She will be 21 in December; does this have any bearing on her independent status?
What happens to the status of student loans if I transfer undergraduate schools? I just transferred undergraduate schools and still have some student loans from my previous school (Sallie Mae and Federal Direct loans). Is there some sort of clearing house that my new enrollment status will be sent to so that the loan agencies know that I haven't just stopped going to school (and thus cause my loan payments to become due)? Or must I obtain enrollment verification from my current school and send it to each loan agency myself?
Have anyone heard of the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program? I'm thing about doing a loan since I know for a fact that I will not be able to have the amout for college by january by myslef. My uncle told me about this since he has done this loan himself. The only part that got me was that they want you to do a fafsa. The last time I did this, I wasn't able to recieve anything. When I called them they told me that one of my parents made too much. To me it shouldn't matter if my parents made too much or too little, It's me who going to college, no them.
Federal Direct Subsidized Loan ? Do you receive the Federal Direct Subsidized Loan in the mail like your financial aid check or do you pick it up at the financial aid office? I already got approved :)
Federal Direct Parent Loan Approval? Background: I plan to be a freshman at the University of Washington. I'm an out-of-state student from Illinois. I received the following financial aid: Federal Pell Grant $4731 Federal Supplemental Grant $4000 Federal Perkins Student Loan $3000 Federal Work Study Program $3300 Federal Direct Sub Stafford Loan $3500 Federal Direct Parent Loan $17,265 My father and I are very concerned about the Federal Direct Parent Loan. When I graduate from the university, my father will be in his 60s, retiring. His credit score is not very good as a result of various financial issues relating to illnesses, divorce and family issues. Will the Federal Direct Parent Loan be denied? It seems very unfair to me, seeing that the University of Washington offered it to me. Throughout my college search process in high school we were told that the financial aid packages from universities were worry-free. Please advise me, I'm rather upset :(
Difference between the student PLUS loan and a federal direct subsidized loan? Hi, Im starting school in the fall and I checked my financial aid status, I am allowed to receive 2 types of loans: 1) fed direct loan subsidized 1, and 2.) a fed direct PLUS loan. What is the difference between the two? when do I have to pay them back? I dont want my mom to use her credit, and since I know PLUS loans are for parents, it is my idea, not hers to take it out, so can i use my credit instead? what is the interest on each of them?.....Should I just decide to take out a credit union student loan ( I am considering the usc credit union loan), instead of two different loans, in order to just have one balance? the usc credit union collegiate loan is available to all students regardless of where they attend right? I mean, besides having your credit approved first. has anyone taken out a student loan from this credit union? any info is greatly appreciated.
Do Federal student loans cover room/board? If not, what are some loans that do cover this? Yeah, I got a Federal Direct Subsidized loan this year, but I'm only going to a regional campus. If I got the same next year, does it or any other student loan or federal grant I get pay for room/board? If not, what loans do pay for room/board that I could get easily?(without much credit history and my mom doesnt really have much credit)... Well, I do have a job. I've been working at this one place since the end of July, and don't see myself leaving there anytime soon. I also had a couple jobs that didn't last that long before this job that has lasted awhile.
Federal Loan Repayment Programs--Chances of Being Selected? Hi, i'm interested in joining the state department once I finish my masters this May. Has anyone been selected to one of these "repayment" programs in the federal gov?? Do you know anyone selected??? I'm just trying to gauge if there's a good chance (as in probable) that I will be selected for this program. I'm about 25k in debt -all from Federal Direct loans.
Best company for giving out student loans? Ok I have the federal direct sub loan and other things like the pell grant etc. But I still have to cough up 3,000 dollars and I was wondering what is the best company that gives students, student loans?
Federal Direct PLUS loan? how can I find out the max. loan that I can request? I cant find it on the site. Nora - max. = maximum. please know that sometimes, people like to abbreviate things.. anyway, thanks so much FinancialAidGuy.
Do I have to take out loans I accepted on my financial aid offer? I filled out my financial aid offer in March. I accepted the federal direct unsubsidized student loan and the Parent Plus loan for the full amount, because that was the only way I had to pay. Now I have received some scholarships and I don't know if I am required to take out the full amount of the Plus loan of if I can forget about it(what I would like to do). I haven't filled out the promissary note yet, and I haven't done the bank application. Can I get out of the Plus loan?
Federal Direct Parent Plus Loan? One of the requirements for registration is that parents must have a FAFSA Pin Number. Is this number the same as my FAFSA pin number? If not, does this mean they have to fill out their own FAFSA all over again? (because I already filled out mine) Also, I heard that there are no grace period? So when do I repay back my loan if I borrow money for the 08-09yr?
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