Student Loans

Federal loans, including Direct, Perkins, and PLUS loans, are generally the best options and should be your first consideration. The maximum interest rates and fees on these loans are set by federal law, so the terms and conditions for these loans are clearly defined and may not change over time. …

Alternative loans are private education loans in the student’s or parent’s name that help bridge the gap between the actual cost of your education and the amount the government allows you to borrow in its programs.  Private loans are offered by private lenders, and there are no federal forms to …