Alternative Loan Information

Many students use private or alternative loans to assist them with meeting the cost of attending college. Alternative loans are designed to supplement your fnancial resources and other types of aid.

Alternative loans should only be used after other low-cost financial aid programs and other available resources have been exhausted. Most alternative loan lenders do not cap interest offer consolidation with your federal student loans.

If you are going to be applying for an alternative loan and not completing a FAFSA, you will need to complete the ALT form. You can download and print out a copy at the bottom of this page or you can pick up a copy at the Student Financial Service office on campus.