Students have many loan options to help them pay for college and graduate school. If you know the loan you need to apply for, choose it from the list below. If you're not sure which loan is right for you, Sallie Mae will guide you through the process.
I know the loan I want to apply for
I am going to graduate school
I'm not sure what loan I need
Not sure which loan program is right for you? Our easy-to-use online process will take the guesswork out of paying for your education.
Federal first
Sallie Mae strongly recommends that students apply for federal loans before applying for private (alternative) loans.
Students should always maximize federal loan offerings before applying for a private loan.