A FAFSA must be filed on behalf of the student (listing TU’s school code 003185) before TU can determine eligibility for a Direct Parent PLUS Loan (PLUS). Only a parent (or a stepparent whose income was supplied on the FAFSA) of a dependent student can apply for this loan. (Note: An independent undergraduate student only has the option to apply for a private loan.) To request a PLUS loan, the parent must log into studentloans.gov, click on “Apply for a Direct PLUS Loan” and select “START Direct PLUS Loan Application for Parents.”