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That $4 daily latte might fuel your studying but your daily coffee habit can add up to over $1,400 per year. It’s not worth taking out additional student loans to pay for lifestyle expenses that can be controlled.

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The more time it takes you to graduate, the more it will cost. Adding years onto your degree will also take a toll on your finances. Try to take as many credits as possible per semester, focus, and finish ASAP.

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Make wise financial choices

College is an investment and can be as expensive as a new car or house. Spending time researching the best ways to finance your education will pay off in the future.
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Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

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Apply for Scholarships, Grants, Merit Aid, and Work-Study Programs
Apply for Scholarships, Grants, Merit Aid, and Work-Study Programs
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Apply for a Private Student Loan from NMEAF
Apply for a Private Student Loan from NMEAF
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How to succeed with student loans

For more than 35 years, we've helped students repay their loans and make wise financial choices. Here’s our best advice for paying for college and succeeding with alternative student loans.
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Borrow for tuition, not for lifestyle
Borrow for tuition, not for lifestyle That $4 daily latte might fuel your studying but your daily coffee habit can add up to over $1,400 per year. It’s not worth taking out additional student loans to pay for lifestyle expenses that can be controlled.
Limit total borrowing to less than your expected 1st-year salary
Limit total borrowing to less than your expected 1st-year salary Some careers pay more than others. What do you think your first year’s salary will be once you graduate? Make sure you don’t borrow more money than your future career will allow you to reasonably repay.
Graduate ASAP – enroll, focus, and finish in as little time as possible
Graduate ASAP – enroll, focus, and finish in as little time as possible The more time it takes you to graduate, the more it will cost. Adding years onto your degree will also take a toll on your finances. Try to take as many credits as possible per semester, focus, and finish ASAP.
Set a goal to pay off student loans in 10 years
Set a goal to pay off student loans in 10 years The standard repayment for federal student loans is 10 years, this can be extended to 20 years but wouldn't you rather have the extra dollars each month in your pocket? Make a goal to pay off your student loan as fast as you can.
Don’t ignore your student loans
Don’t ignore your student loans It’s easy to forget about your future financial obligations when you are in school and focused on your coursework. A study by the Brookings Institute found out that 49% of students can’t estimate their loan within 10% of its value. If you can start paying your loan’s interest while in school you will pay off your loan faster.
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Manage Federal Student Loans

Federal student loans have many options for repayment and ways to help students who have financial problems. Educate yourself on all the options.

Piggy Bank with Graduation Hat

Cosigners for Student Loans

Most students will need a cosigner to qualify for the best private student loan interest rates.

Family around woman graduate student wearing cap with diploma

Refinancing

If you have many student loans with high interest rates, refinancing could save you money.