Student Loans
The financial aid award letter you receive from a college or university
will outline the types of financial aid for which you have qualified. The
application process may vary depending on the type of loan you're seeking.
For
more information on applying for student loans or to download an application,
check out the U.S. Department of Education's Federal Student Aid website.
Stafford Loan Master
Promissory Note: If you are taking out a subsidized or unsubsidized Stafford
Loan, you must complete the Master Promissory Note (MPN) before your funds
can be disbursed. If you have already signed an MPN, you may not need to sign
another one. For some schools, you must sign an MPN each academic year. The
MPN is your promise to repay and is a legal document. The MPN is normally
sent to you by the college with your award letter materials.
PLUS
Application/Promissory Note: If your parent wishes to take out a PLUS
loan, there is a separate Master Promissory Note (MPN) to complete. You must
be a dependent undergraduate student for your parent to take out a PLUS loan
on your behalf. The PLUS loan information about the PLUS Loan is often sent
with the award letter. You may contact your college for more information.
Federal
Perkins Loan Promissory Note: If you are awarded a Perkins loan, your
school will send a promissory note. The note is your promise to repay and
is a legal instrument.