Types of Financial Assistance

 

Loans

Loans are available to students and parents. Eligibility is determined through the FAFSA. Separate loan forms and processes must be completed. Repayment is in accordance with the terms of the loan. 

Federal Direct Student Loan Program

Parent Plus Loan

Federal loan available to parents of dependent students; not based on student "need;" 4% loan fees; 7.9% interest rate. Students must first complete all steps in the financial aid application process.

 

1) Parents must complete the Master Promissory Note for Parent PLUS loans. This is completed on the web: https://dlenote.ed.gov; choose "Complete New MPN for Parent PLUS Loans."

 

2) Student and Parent borrower complete the Parent PLUS Loan Form and submit it to the Financial Aid Office at SCC. This form is available in the Financial Aid Office at SCC or here on the SCC Web site. The U.S. Department of Education will conduct a credit check on the parent borrower.

 

Nursing Student Loan

These loans are for students admitted to the Nursing program. A completed financial aid file is required to apply for the Nursing Student Loan. Loans up to $2,500 a year may be made to those who demonstrate financial need. These loans must be repaid during a 10-year period after completing the degree program. Interest rate is 5% and is deferred as long as the student is enrolled at least half-time (6 credits) while pursuing a degree in the Nursing field.

 

Alternative/Private Loans

As higher education costs continue to rise, many college students find that they need to look beyond traditional financial aid. Before considering a private loan, make sure you've applied for any financial aid you might be eligible to receive: