Loan Programs
Eligibility for federal loan programs is determined by evaluation of the student’s income and assets as declared on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Need-based awards are subject to the federally defined data verification process, which requires some students to submit a tax return and other supporting documentation. The amount of student debt load varies considerably, depending upon the type of loan(s) a student obtains, the student's intended course of study, and the student's need to borrow. Full-time undergraduate students who graduated in spring 2010 borrowed an average of $18,973 through the federal loan program over the course of their academic career at Springfield College.Federal Direct Loan Program
Federal Direct Loans are low-interest loans for students and parents to help pay for the cost of a student's education after high school. The lender is the U.S. Department of Education (the Department) rather than a bank or other financial institution. For more information on Federal Direct Loans follow this link or see page 21 of the "Financing Your Springfield College Education" brochure located here.Federal Perkins Loan
(formerly the National Direct Student Loan)
Eligibility for this need based program is subject to federal regulations. Funds are extremely limited. These awards
are made to high need students who complete the financial aid application process. Repayment begins nine months
after half time enrollment ceases. The interest rate is 5%.
Other Loan Programs
The College participates in a wide array of supplemental loan programs with outside leaders. Information on these programs is available from the Office of Financial Aid.
The Office of Financial Aid Contact Information
Traditional Graduate and Undergraduate Students
- Phone: 413.748.3108
School of Human Services Students
- Phone: 413.748.3112
E-Mail: finaid@spfldcol.edu
