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PARENT PLUS LOAN

Application Instructions for Parent PLUS Loan

Before you begin:
Parent PLUS loans are borrowed by the parent for the student. The parent, NOT the student, completes the application. The parent must have a verified FSA ID (Username & Password) to log in to studentaid.gov. Create an FSA ID at .

Step 1
Go to the Direct Loan website, which is . The parent should sign in using his or her FSA ID. Sign in by clicking the green “Log In� button.

Step 2
After signing in, click “Request a Direct PLUS Loan� on the center of the page. You will be shown two different types of loans. Select “Complete PLUS Request for Parents� under the Direct PLUS Loan Request for Parent Borrowers section.

Step 3
Complete all sections of the application form. Select the appropriate award year (the first question). Also, you must list ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ in the School and Loan Information section.

What happens next?
Upon submission, the parent will be notified of the credit decision.

  • If denied, the student may qualify for additional unsubsidized loans if the parent chooses not to pursue an endorser.
  • If approved and the parent wishes to be processed for the loan, he or she will need to complete a PLUS Master Promissory Note. Select “Complete an MPNâ€� followed by “PLUS MPN for Parents.â€�

The information will be sent to the school electronically, and based on the credit decision, our office will determine the student’s loan eligibility.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Office Location:
Otto Candies Hall

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2005
Thibodaux, LA 70310

Phone: 985-448-4048
Fax: 985-448-4124
E-mail: finaid@nicholls.edu

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