2010-2011 Federal Student Loan Interest Rates

September 8th, 2010

Hello folks! In our rush of excitement over the passing of SAFRA, we forgot to blog about this year’s federal student loan interest rates.
Here is the complete listing, all in one place for convenience:
Undergraduate

Unsubsidized Direct Stafford Loan: 6.80% APR
Subsidized Direct Stafford Loan: 4.50% APR

Graduate

Unsubsidized Direct Stafford Loan: 6.80% APR
Subsidized Direct Stafford Loan: 6.80% APR
Direct Graduate [...]
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Should I Repay my Stafford Loans Early?

September 8th, 2010

For many recent graduates, the grace period before they must begin repaying their Stafford Loans won’t come to a close until the fall, most likely in November. But for the lucky few who have already secured a job and an income, there might be a temptation to start repayment a few months early. So should they do it?
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Crash Course in Financial Aid for a Newbie

September 8th, 2010

Incoming student seeks resources to go from financial aid newbie to guru in one month. See what she finds…
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Get a Private Student Loan to Pay for School

September 8th, 2010

Be sure to look into getting a private student loan.
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Check your Credit Before You Apply

September 8th, 2010

The key component of being approved for a low-interest private student loan is the credit score and history of you and/or your co-signer. Depending on what your score looks like to a lender, you could see a variance of anywhere from 1 to 10% on the interest rate of your approved student loan.
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What is the processing time for a private student loan?

September 8th, 2010

With classes around the corner, this is one of the most vital times of year to get your finances in order…
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Advice On Applying For College Grants

September 8th, 2010

Especially in today’s economy, and with education costs rising, college grants and scholarships are a necessity for the average person. Generally, the recipient earns scholarships in some way, while the grant is applied for. There are almost as many scholarships and college grants as schools to attend- public and private grants, each with their own particular stipulations, requirements, and deadlines.
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Federal Student Loans for a College Education

September 8th, 2010

If you want a college education but do not know how you would pay for school, federal student loans may help. These loans are subsidized by the federal government and often available for both undergraduate and graduate work. The first step to applying for student loans is to complete and submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
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Low Interest Wachovia Student Loans

September 8th, 2010

In this turbulent economy, students without the funds to pay for their furthered education are turning to student loans as their financial solution. While there are several lenders offering a number of different programs, many students in need are trusting Wachovia to assist them in the college endeavor.
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2010-2011 Federal Student Loan Interest Rates

September 5th, 2010

Hello folks! In our rush of excitement over the passing of SAFRA, we forgot to blog about this year’s federal student loan interest rates.
Here is the complete listing, all in one place for convenience:
Undergraduate

Unsubsidized Direct Stafford Loan: 6.80% APR
Subsidized Direct Stafford Loan: 4.50% APR

Graduate

Unsubsidized Direct Stafford Loan: 6.80% APR
Subsidized Direct Stafford Loan: 6.80% APR
Direct Graduate [...]
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