How to Apply

  • Complete an application and basic credit check at studentaid.gov
  • Complete a Master Promissory Note on studentaid.gov
  • S&T determines how much student aid you are eligible to receive

Eligibility

  • Available to parents of undergraduate and graduate students
  • Must pass a basic credit check
  • Your child must be enrolled at least half-time at S&T
  • There is no requirement to demonstrate financial need

Interest Rates

  • Fixed 9.08% for the 2024-2025 year starting July 1, 2024

Borrowing Amount

  • Cost of education (determined by S&T) minus other financial assistance
  • All federal loans have origination fees which are taken out of the loan when it disburses

Loan Repayment

  • If you do not request a deferment, you will be expected to begin making payments after the loan is fully disbursed (paid out).

For more information on Parent Plus Loans, please visit Federal Student Aid.