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2021-22 Unsubsidized Direct Loan Request
Unsubsidized Direct Loans are available regardless of need; however, interest will accrue on the loan while the student is in
school. Dependent students can borrow unsubsidized loan up to the amount approved for their grade level (please see the
chart below). If parents are denied a Direct PLUS Loan for their dependent undergraduate student because of an adverse
credit history, the student may be eligible to borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loan.
Independent students can borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loan, if necessary, to meet their student loan contribution.
To determine your dependency status, check the dependency status questions on the 2021-22 FAFSA form here.
Direct Loan Program Maximums*
Dependent Undergraduates (Grade Level is determined
by the number of units completed)
Independent Undergraduate Students or Dependent Students
whose parents are unable to get a PLUS loan
Freshmen (0 - 44.9 units) $5,500
Freshmen $9,500 ($6,000 of that may be unsubsidized loan)
Sophomores (45 – 89.9 units) $6,500
Sophomores $10,500 ($6,000 of that may be unsubsidized loan)
Juniors (90 – 134.9 units) $7,500
Juniors/Seniors $12,500 ($7,000 of that may be unsubsidized loan)
Seniors (135 + units) $7,500
*These amounts are guidelines only. The actual subsidized or unsubsidized loan (or combination) that you receive is based on your financial
need and eligibility
Student’s Name: Student ID:
Address:
Phone Number: Email:
Total Unsubsidized Direct Loan Amount Requested: $
Note: The amount requested cannot exceed the amount of remaining eligibility. Read the Direct Loan Program
Maximums chart to determine your eligibility.
By signing below, I acknowledge that I understand interest will accrue on the Unsubsidized Direct Loan while I am in
school. I also understand that I have the right to cancel this loan at any time.
Student’s Signature: Date: