There are a number of scholarship opportunities available at Stony Brook. While some are based on specific talents, such as music or athletic ability, all others are based on high academic achievement. Loans Federal Perkins Loans are available to matriculated students based on need. Federal Subsidized Stafford Loans are available through participating lenders to matriculated students enrolled for at least six credits a semester who demonstrate financial need. The federal government pays the interest while the student is enrolled at least half time and for six months afterward.
Interest starts accruing while in school.
For dependent undergraduate students, the annual loan limits are the same as for the Subsidized Stafford Loan, minus amounts borrowed under that program. Terms and conditions are the same as for the Subsidized Stafford Loans. The annual loan limit is the student's cost of education minus any estimated financial aid received. Repayment begins 60 days after final loan disbursement unless a deferment is granted. FWS Community Service provide employment opportunities to eligible matriculated students.