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Luther Seminary Federal Loan Lender List

Federal Stafford Loan Lenders*

Luther Seminary does not recommend a specific lender, however we have compiled the following list of lenders with whom we have good working relationships and who have provided our students with a high level of service.  While we don't recommend a specific lender we would recommend that you choose a zero fee lender.  On a Stafford Loan of $8500 you would save $170 using a zero fee lender versus a lender with a 2% fee.  Lenders are required to charge this fee, however, some lenders choose to pay this fee on your behalf.  For a complete description of the Federal Stafford Loan program please <click here>.

To complete a master promissory note follow the link below to choose a lender.  Once there you will see an option to "Apply Now".  You will be taken to another site where you can complete the master promissory note online.  If you have your federal application (FAFSA) PIN you will be able to "sign" your note electronically.  If you are choosing a new or different lender than one you have used in the past at Luther you must complete a new promissory note for that lender.  If your previous lender is not on the list please contact the Office of Financial Aid for guidance at finaid@luthersem.edu.

 --- Follow this link for our Federal Stafford Loan lender list* ---

* When you get to our lender list you will be asked to provide your name.  There will also be a page of additional consumer information prior to viewing our lender list.  These changes were enacted in response to recent legislation concerning educational loan issues.

 

Federal GRAD Plus Lenders*

The lender list below is for Grad PLUS loans only - not Stafford.

Luther Seminary does not recommend a specific lender, however we have compiled the following list of lenders with whom we have good working relationships.  When choosing a lender for the Federal Grad PLUS loan please know that if you should later include the Grad PLUS in a federal consolidation loan you will give up the specific repayment incentives.  If you need to borrow from this program it is very likely that you will need to consolidate your federal loans after leaving Luther Seminary.  For this reason it might be in your best interest to stay with the same lender as your Federal Stafford Loans. For a complete description of the GRAD Plus program <click here>.  Please be aware that the Federal Grad PLUS Loan is a fixed rate 8.5% unsubsidized loan.  Interest will accrue during your in-school and deferment periods.

To complete a master promissory note follow the link below to choose a lender.  You will be taken to another site where you can complete the master promissory note online.  If you have your federal application (FAFSA) PIN you will be able to "sign" your note electronically.  If you are choosing a new or different lender than one you have used in the past at Luther you must complete a new promissory note for that lender. Please note that we have attempted to compile the most current repayment incentives for each lender.  Because of the competitive environment these frequently change.  Please check directly with your lender to verify the most current information.

--- Follow this link for our Federal Grad PLUS Loan lender list* ---

* When you get to our lender list you will be asked to provide your name.  There will also be a page of additional consumer information prior to viewing our lender list.  These changes were enacted in response to recent legislation concerning educational loan issues.