Student Loans
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Floridacentral has partnered with Sallie Mae® to provide private student loan options for college expenses not covered by scholarships, grants, or federal student aid.
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Floridacentral has partnered with Sallie Mae® to provide private student loan options for college expenses not covered by scholarships, grants, or federal student aid.
The Smart Option Student Loan® by Sallie Mae® is a private student loan that can help eligible students cover qualified education expenses not covered by scholarships, grants, or federal student aid.
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Many students use private student loans after scholarships, grants, and federal student aid have been applied. A private loan may help cover remaining qualified education expenses.
Yes. Many financial experts recommend exploring scholarships, grants, and federal student aid first before considering a private student loan to help cover any remaining costs.
Not always. However, applying with a creditworthy cosigner may improve your chances of approval or help you qualify for a lower interest rate, depending on the lender’s requirements.
Qualified student loans may be used for eligible education-related expenses, which can include tuition, books, housing, meal plans, and other approved costs. Refer to Sallie Mae’s loan terms for complete details.
A fixed-rate loan has an interest rate that remains the same throughout the life of the loan, while a variable-rate loan may change over time based on market conditions. Choosing the right option depends on your financial goals and comfort with changing payments.
Floridacentral partners with Sallie Mae® to provide access to private student loan options. You can begin your application online through the Sallie Mae application portal.
Student loans available through this program are provided by Sallie Mae®. Floridacentral partners with Sallie Mae to connect students and families with private student loan options.
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