Do you need a loan to help with college?
No, at this time just looking at the differences?
Can you tell me the differences in federal and private student loans?
Federal student loans are made by the government, with terms set by law, and would include a benefit of fixed interest rates and income-driven repayment plans. Private loans are made by private organizations such as banks, credit unions and have terms set my the lender.
What if I apply for financial aid through the school?
Your school will include student loans as part of your financial aid package.
What makes federal loans better than private loans?
Federal loans offer a fixed interest rate and income-driven repayment plans not offered by private loans.  Private loans are given out by banks which set their own terms.
How do I get a federal loan?