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Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan

You may need funds in addition to your student's Federal Direct Loans to pay for your student's education. The Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan is available to parents of dependent undergraduate students.

Compare the Parent PLUS and Alternative Loans

Eligibility for the Parent PLUS Loan

Parent PLUS Loan Term Period

Interest Rate and Fee

How to Create a Student Budget for the Parent PLUS Loan and Private Alternative Loans

How to Apply for the Parent PLUS Loan

Sign the Parent PLUS Master Promissory Note (MPN)

Net vs. Gross Loan Amounts for Parent PLUS

How to Increase or Decrease Parent PLUS Loan Amount

If Your Parent PLUS Application is Denied

How to Repay or Defer PLUS Loan Payments

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