You may be eligible for several types of education loans (i.e. Perkins, Subsidized and/or Unsubsidized federal and alternative loans.) These are indicated on your Financial Aid Award. You should first consider loans that do not accrue interest while enrolled at least half-time - such as federal Subsidized, Nursing and Perkins loans.
The College of St. Scholastica has decided to participate in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program beginning in fall 2009. The move is aimed at ensuring the continued availability of federal Stafford and PLUS loans, and simplifying the loan application process for CSS students and families.

