Loans

Loans are financial aid that must be paid back. The student must complete on-line Entry Loan Counseling and be registered for 6 credits. Need based and non-need based loans are available.
 

Federal Stafford Loan

Whether or not students qualify for a grant, they can get help to meet their educational expenses by borrowing money from the Stafford Student Loan Program or one of several other available loan programs. Depending on their eligibility, first year students may borrow up to $5,500 per academic year. Upon completion of 30 credits toward program requirements, eligibility increases to $6500 per academic year.  Students will find out what their loan eligibility is from the Award Letter.

PLUS Loans (Federal Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students)

Parents of dependent students who want to assist in paying for college may apply for a PLUS Loan through the federal government. Parents may borrow up to the student’s cost of attendance minus other aid provided the student is enrolled in at least 6 credits. PLUS loans require a credit check. Repayment begins within 60 days of loan disbursement. Begin the Parent PLUS Loan Pre-Approval process and Loan Processing.

Exit Loan Counseling Requirement

Students applying for graduation, withdrawing, or who cease enrollment at Saint Paul College and have received a Federal Student Loan during their enrollment are required to complete Exit Loan Counseling. It is an online guide to help students understand what is expected during the grace period and repayment period of federal loans. This is a requirement only for students who are ending enrollment at Saint Paul College.

Code of Conduct Policy for Saint Paul College Staff

The following Code of Conduct is in response to the Higher Education Opportunity Act signed into law on August 14, 2008. It is applicable to all Saint Paul College staff with responsibilities related to Federal Title IV student loans and prohibits a conflict of interest. Where applicable, this code is superseded by Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Employee Code of Conduct, if more restrictive.

Private Loans

You are strongly encouraged to pursue the availability of free or lower-cost financial aid with the College’s financial aid office. Free or lower-cost Title IV federal, state, or school student financial aid may be available in place of, or in addition to, a private education loan. To apply for Title IV federal grants, loans and work-study, submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available at www.fafsa.ed.gov, or by calling 1.800.4.FED.AID, or in the Financial Aid Office.

• A private education loan may reduce eligibility for free or lower-cost federal, state, or school student financial aid.
   
• You are required to complete the _ and provide it to your lender if you choose to apply for a private loan.
   
• The financial information required to complete this form can be obtained from the school’s financial aid office. If the lender has provided this information, you should contact your school’s financial aid office to verify this information and to discuss your financing options.