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Not all student loan lenders are the same

Just like any major purchase, you should do your own research as to who offers you the best product for the best price. Lenders differ in the service provided, the borrower benefits, the cost of originating the loan (fee paid by you to the lender to cover the costs of creating and processing your loan), and other factors.

There are two programs that institutions can choose to participate in. One offers a choice of private lenders that you can borrow your loans from and the other is the Federal Direct Loan Program. In the Federal Direct Loan Program you are borrowing your student loans directly from the U.S. Government.

Schools Participating in the Federal Direct Loan Program
Albany State University Columbus State University Fort Valley State University Georgia Institute of Technology Herzing College Life University Morehouse College Piedmont College Savannah State University University of West Georgia Westwood College	Advanced Career Training Georgia Southern University Georgia State University Interdenominational Theological Center Mercer University Paine College Savannah College of Art and Design Shorter College University of Georgia Valdosta State University

If your school is listed above, you should not apply for student loans through this site. Please speak with the Financial Aid Officer at your college for more information about applying for student loans.