Make College a Reality with
 Student Loans from Tri-Lakes Federal Credit Union

Important! Changes to the Federal Student Lending Process

If you are applying for a loan for the 2010-2011 academic year, please contact your school's financial aid office for assistance.

You may complete this Master Promissory Note if applying for a loan for the 2009-2010 academic year (distribution date must be prior to July 1, 2010).

 

You know the value of a college education. 
Getting a college degree is a worthwhile goal. College graduates make an average of one million dollars more than those without college degrees . But the cost of a college education can be overwhelming for both students and parents. That’s why Tri-Lakes Federal Credit Union offers Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP) loans. If you or another family member plans to attend a university, technical college, or any specialized training program, Tri-Lakes Federal Credit Union can help you with the funding you need to pursue your dreams.

 

FFELP offers loans for students and parents.

·         Stafford Loans

o        The subsidized Federal Stafford Loan is based on financial need. The government pays the interest while you are in school.

o        The unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan is not based on need but family income is a determining factor. You pay all the interest, although you can have the payments deferred until after graduation.

·         PLUS (Parental Loan for Undergraduate Students) Loans

Creditworthy parents of dependent undergraduate students can apply for this loan, which is not based on need.

 

 Click HERE for steps on how to obtain a federal student loan.

 

After graduation, consider consolidating your student loans.

After you graduate lock into a low fixed rate by consolidating your student loans, even if you only have one. Find out more about Consolidating your Student Loans.

 

 

The links below will take you to external websites. The information provided by each of these services is the sole responsibility of the entity providing the information. The links to each entity is for the convenience of our members.
Tri-Lakes Federal Credit Union makes no representation, warranty, or endorsement regarding the accuracy of the information provided. Any warranties or representations expressed or implied are hereby disclaimed in their entirety.

 Manage your finances.
Tri-Lakes Federal Credit Union and Great Lakes are committed to helping students learn to manage their finances. The regularly updated Personal Financial Management Resources provides information on anticipating college costs and staying in control of your finances while in school.

 Plan your future. Visit these Web sites.

 

 

www.mapping-your-future.org Detailed information about career planning, selecting a school,
and paying for college.
www.fastweb.com Scholarship information.
www.fafsa.ed.gov Online application for financial aid (FAFSA).
www.pin.ed.gov Apply for a PIN number to complete online FAFSA.
www.mygreatlakes.com Great Lakes Educational Loan Services, Inc. is the guaranty agency for your student loans. You can check the status of your student loans here.
www.nslds.ed.gov View the history of the federal student financial aid you have received.
www.studentloanfacts.org America's Student Loan Providers (ASLP) represents leading providers of higher education funding. These companies and organizations provide federally guaranteed student loans through the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP), a public-private partnership of schools, students, loan providers and the government that has financed the dreams of millions of Americans since 1965.
 

 

 Need help?
For help with the student loan process, call the credit union at 518-891-1666 or e-mail info@trilakesfcu.com

 

 

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