If you did not indicate
an interest in student loans on the FAFSA, you may initiate
the process by clicking here,
select a lender and complete the lender's application.
The lender will notify us that you have made application
after all required information has be received.
Promissory Notes
An electronic loan application
will be created and transmitted to your lender. First-time
borrowers will be directed to select a lender and complete
a promissory note to sign and return (most lenders also
provide a mechanism to complete the promissory note online).
If you previously received Stafford Loan funds at Clemson
University, you will not need to sign a new note as your
original note is a Master Promissory Note (MPN) that is
valid for future disbursements. The loan is not finalized
until the lender possesses a valid promissory note. The
promissory note is a legal, binding document whereby you
agree to repay the loan.
Changing Loan Amounts
You are encouraged to only borrow needed funds. If the loan approval is more than you desire, you may reduce the amount by calling the Financial Aid Office at 864-656-2280, emailing the Financial Aid Office at finaid@clemson.edu, or following the directions provided by the lender on the disclosure statement you receive.
Paper Stafford Loan Applications
If you prefer to not use the electronic loan process, you may obtain a paper loan application from your lender of choice and submit it to our office. Please note that it takes longer to process a paper application.
Attendance at Prior Institutions
We strongly encourage students
who have borrowed through the Stafford Loan program at
other institutions prior to attendance at Clemson to retain
their previous lenders. This will avoid making multiple
loan repayments in the future. Note: Clemson
University does not participate in the Federal Direct
Loan Program.
Additional
Stafford Loan Information