Parent Plus Loan
About the Parent PLUS Loan
The Parent Plus Loan is a federally funded, low-interest loan available to parents of dependent undergraduate students. A credit evaluation is required. Parents may borrow the difference between the total cost of the student's education (including books, fees and personal expenses) minus any other forms or financial aid the student will receive.
Eligibility
A parent/stepparent of a dependent student, who are not in default on any federal education loans, and are U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens may be eligible to borrow the Parent PLUS Loan.
How to Apply
- Complete the Parent Plus Loan Request Form (2011-12 form)
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- Indicate the amount you wish to borrow.
- Fully complete and return the request form to the USD Office of Financial Aid Office
- Complete the Master Promissory Note (MPN)
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- If you are a first time PLUS borrower you must complete the MPN.
- The MPN may be completed online at the Direct Loan web site
- A federal PIN may be used for your online PLUS MPN. If you do not have a federal PIN, you can apply for one at www.pin.ed.gov
PLUS Interest Rate
For PLUS loans disbursed on or after July 1, 2006 the interest rate is a fixed rate of 7.9%.
PLUS Loan Fees
A loan fee of 4% of the principal amount is charged for each Direct Plus loan borrowed. The total fee is reduced to 2.5% with an up front interest rebate equal to 1.5% of one loan amount. The borrower retains the incentive by making the first 12 monthly payments on time.
Repayment Terms
Repayment begins within 60 days after the final disbursement of each loan. You may be able to postpone principal payments while your student is in school (up to four years). Contact your lender on repayment and forbearance options. The maximum repayment period is 10 years and the minimum monthly payment is $50.00.