Federal loans are a type of financial aid that must be repaid. They help cover the cost of education. Information from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used to determine eligibility for federal loans. Students can also have private/alternative loans for additional funding; however, this should be used as a last resort.

Eligibility

To be eligible for federal loans, students must be:

  • degree-seeking
  • enrolled at least half-time (six hours) in courses that correspond with your degree program.
  • meet the requirements for Satisfactory Academic Progress

Borrowing money for college is a serious financial obligation. In addition to the principal borrowed, interest is charged for the use of loan funds. Consider how much you can reasonably afford to repay. The Loan Department encourages students to borrow only what is needed.

Loan Documents

Student Financial Services

Contact Us

Email

Fax

sfs@semo.edu

Location

Office

Academic Hall 019

Mailing Address

One University Plaza, MS 3740
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Hours

Weekdays: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.