How to Apply

  • Complete and submit the FAFSA form
  • S&T determines how much student aid you are eligible to receive

Eligibility

  • Undergraduate students with financial need (as determined by the FAFSA)
  • You must be enrolled at least half-time at S&T

Interest Rates

  • Fixed 6.53% for the 2024-2025 year starting on July 1, 2024
  • No interest accrues during school

Borrowing Amount

  • The annual loan limit is $3,500 - $5,500
  • The aggregate loan limit is $23,000
  • All federal loans have origination fees which are taken out of the loan when it disburses

Loan Repayment

  • The federal government pays the interest while you are enrolled in school
  • Repayment begins 6 months following termination of at least half-time enrollment