JFK Muhlenberg School Private Loan Information
Private Student Loan Review
Private Educational Loans are private lender loans and are not part of the William D. Ford Direct Student Loan Program. Students may review the federal student loan website https://studentaid.gov to learn more about federal loans. The following are stipulations that students should consider when applying for alternative loans:- Each lender/loan may have different eligibility requirements and terms (repayment, interest rates, etc.)
- Eligibility for private educational loans often depends on a borrower’s credit score and application, and/or the credit worthiness of the student’s co-signer.
- Private educational loans require school certification. The Certification request is sent to JFK Muhlenberg Snyder Schools via ELM only after the credit check has been approved.
- JFK Muhlenberg Snyder Schools is required by law to ensure the sum of private educational loans and other financial aid does not exceed your cost of attendance. If this total exceeds your cost of attendance, your loan may not be certified for the full requested amount, and /or a portion of your loan funds may be returned to your lender.
- Once students have received approval from a lender, please note that it may take up to 14 business days to process and disburse your private loan to your JFK Muhlenberg Snyder Schools student account.
Questions to ask before selecting a Lender/Private Loan
Student Budget
- How much unmet need is available in my cost of attendance/student budget?
- How much do I need to borrow?
- Do I need a private lender or do I qualify for federal student loans?
Lender Policies
- Does the lender offer Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)?
- Can I apply for a private loan to pay past-due charges?
- Can I apply for a private loan after the term has ended?
- How long after?
Interest Rates
- What is the interest rate?
- Is the interest rate fixed or variable?
- Would a co-signer lower the interest rate?
- Is there a co-signer release option?
- How often is the interest added (capitalized) to the principal amount?
Repayment
- Can payment be deferred while in school?
- Are there any prepayment fees?
Private Student Loans Resources
ELM Select is a not-for-profit private loan resource that allows students to compare recommended private loans based on their needs and preferences. Simply put, it makes comparing private student loans easy. With a few clicks, students can view, filter, and compare private student loan options available for a specific school. Powered by ELM Resources, one of the most trusted names in the industry, ELM Select provides students and borrowers with the information needed to make intelligent, well-informed decisions regarding private student loans.
Credible is an online tool that allows students to compare private loans from multiple lenders. Students can analyze prequalified rates, terms, and eligibility rules side-by-side in just a matter of minutes. Credible is not a lender or bank. Credible partners with student loan lenders so that applicants have a variety of competitive options that allows them to select loans that fit their needs.
Disclaimer
JFK Muhlenberg Snyder Schools has received no consideration from any lenders for placement on these lists.
Placement on these lists DOES NOT in any way constitute an endorsement from JFK Muhlenberg Snyder Schools, nor should it be construed as a preferred lender list. You are free to borrow from any lender of your choice. While JFK Muhlenberg Snyder Schools has made every effort to confirm each of the lender loan terms described above through the website it cannot guarantee its accuracy. Furthermore, not all lenders are available to students at all schools. The borrower should confirm any and all loan terms with the lender PRIOR to accepting the loan. Each lender’s position on the list is randomly determined. JFK Muhlenberg Snyder Schools will update this page as necessary. The information provided is subject to change without notice.