The interest rate is currently 6.85 percent, and repayment can begin 6 months after termination of studies. Funds in this program are limited. For more information about this program, contact the Office of Financial Assistance. In addition, the School has available several funds that may be used to assist students through limited loans. Loans may also be made to students to cover unexpected personal emergencies.
Payment typically begins four months before the first day of classes.
There is an application fee for the program. The School administers a number of scholarships from federal, University, and endowed sources. An application for financial assistance is included in the middle of this bulletin. Awards are made to qualified students whose financial need and meritorious performance is clearly demonstrated. SSW scholarship awards are predicated on the assumption that the student is taking out a William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan.