Federal Stafford Loans (subsidized and unsubsidized)

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Lender: U.S. Department of Education
Initial eligibility application: Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Eligibility requirements: Enrolled at least half time (6 credits Undergraduate / 3 credits Graduate), making satisfactory academic progress
Current interest rates / loan limits: Direct loans for students

Interest accrual begins: Unsubsidized at disbursement, Subsidized 6 months after ceasing at least half time enrollment in school
Repayment begins: 6 months after ceasing at least half time enrollment in school
Paying accruing interest early: Direct Servicing
Repayment incentive benefit: DL Question Center
Repayment Term: 10 years
Minimum Monthly Payment: $50