accessing your loans

Access your federal student loans via the Department of Education website. You may want to also view Loan Locator ...


alternative/private loan selection criteria

More and more students are utilizing private/alternative loan sources to fund their education. You need to be aware of the higher costs and common "traps" most borrowers are unaware of ... summary provided by Dr. Oleson.


deferment eligibility

Many individuals leaving school are unable to begin repayment on their student loans for numbers of issues (i.e., grad school, unemployment, etc.). This site provides a chart outlining the types of criteria enable one to defer their federal student loans and for how long. In addition, this economic hardship deferment calculator will help you determine your eligibility as well as tell you the parts of the form you'll need to complete and provide to your lender.


financial path to graduation

A seven step program developed by Brigham Young University to help you map both an academic and financial course through the completion of your educational program. The "plan" will help you develop a practical timeframe for graduation, a realistic picture of educational costs, and how those costs will affect your financial future.


loan forgiveness

If you are a teacher serving in a low-income or subject-matter shortage area, it might be possible for you to cancel or defer your federal student loans. Similar opportunities exist for child care providers. Others that may be eligible include volunteers (i.e., Peace Corps, VISTA, etc.), military, law and medical graduates, and others. Learn more ...


MU educational costs

Review current and projected educational costs for current undergraduate, graduate/professional, as well as prospective students of the University of Missouri-Columbia.


MU parents association

Organization established to provide a support network for parents of Mizzou students and support the programs, activities, and mission of the University of Missouri. Program set up by parents for parents. The liaison for parents to the University.


MU student financial aid office

The Student Financial Aid Office provides a lot of good resources specific to MU students and their finances - specifically in getting and repaying student loans. Provides contact information, as well as information about contacting your specific financial aid advisor. If you have questions about your specific aid eligibility/situation, this is where you should go ...


MU student legal services

Student Legal Services provides free preventive legal education and consultation to MU students on the Columbia campus. Site also contains legal tips and a learning center. Their office is located in AO22 Brady Commons.


student loan outfitters program

A program developed by the State of Iowa to help students become informed borrowers, and to provide resources that will aid you in the successful repayment of your student loans. Provides practical information on budgeting and other money-saving tips, repayment options, loan tracking information, what to do if you can't make payments, having loans forgiven, and loan consolidation considerations.