If approved, the parent may borrow up to the student’s cost of attendance (COA) minus the other financial assistance (OFA) the student receives. Repayment on a parent PLUS loan begins immediately after the last disbursement is received. During the application process, the parent may request a deferment while the student (the loan was obtained for) is enrolled at least half-time and for six months beginning on the date the student ceases to be enrolled at least half-time.
To borrow a parent PLUS loan, the parent must apply on the website. If approved, the parent must also complete a The credit decision will be sent to the school. Once our office receives the approval, we will set up the parent PLUS loan. The student will receive a revised financial aid offer notification to their Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ email account. If a parent is denied credit, the parent may obtain an endorser or appeal the decision. If a parent is denied credit but does not obtain an endorser or appeal the decision, the student may be eligible for an additional unsubsidized loan.