Student Loans

Don't let the price of education get in your way. Our credit union offers private student loans! Borrower must be a member of the credit union.

Students and parents of dependent undergraduates must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) www.fafsa.ed.gov to determine federal loan eligibility.

Important Changes to the Federal Student Lending Process. If you are applying for a loan

Access Your Loan Account Online. Once your application is submitted, you can check the status of your loan, view your account information and make payments from your credit union account 24/7 at www.mygreatlakes.org. After you log in, choose My Loans, then Internet Borrower Inquiry Service (IBIS) to get started. This site offers a variety of tools for calculating the cost of your loan. It's your resource to forms, a glossary of financial aid terms, contact information, and lots of other information to help you manage your loans.

HELPFUL STUDENT LOAN INFORMATION:

TopMark has Quick Reference Guides and Financial Aid Process Guides available.
       www.studentaid.ed.gov – Detailed student aid and student loan information from the U.S. Dept of Ed.
       www.collegeplan.org – Information on college selection, admissions, financial aid and scholarships
       www.collegeboard.com – Scholarship information
       www.mappingyourfuture.biz – Detailed information about career planning, selecting a school and paying for college
       www.fastweb.com - Fast realible scholarship search!