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Undergraduate

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3.29% – 8.89% APR*

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Graduate

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7.24% – 8.89% APR*

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Undergraduate

Current APR Rate

3.29% – 8.89% APR*

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Graduate

Current APR Rate

7.24% – 8.89% APR*

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  • MEFA Loans for the 2026 Spring Semester

    Competitive, fixed interest rates and no origination/application fees.

    See Rates & Apply Now
  • Receive a $50 U.Fund Account Match

    Through NextSteps, MEFA will match $50 in contributions into a new U.Fund account for children 1-3 years old.

    See If You Qualify
  • New Gift of College & Gift of Independence Gift Cards

    Purchase an e-gift card to help a loved one save for college or disability-related expenses or pay down college loan debt.

    Give the Gift of Savings Today
  • Get a Financial Aid Overview

    Our dedicated page provides resources to help you learn all about the process.

    Learn About Financial Aid
  • Complete Your FAFSA

    The FAFSA is now open to apply for 2026-27 financial aid.

    Learn About the FAFSA

College Loans 3.29%-8.89% APR*

Fixed interest rates, multiple repayment options, no application or origination fees, and an instant decision on complete applications

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*The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is designed to help consumers understand the relative cost of a loan and reflects MEFA’s current underwriting criteria, loan rates, and deferment period assumptions. MEFA’s lowest rates are only available to the most creditworthy applicants.

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Our savings products allow you to set aside funds to pay for college and disability-related expenses in tax-advantaged accounts

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Lock in tomorrow’s tuition at today’s prices by saving in our prepaid tuition program

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You can use your savings in the Massachusetts 529 college savings plan at any eligible institution in the country

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Save for the health and personal expenses of individuals with disabilities without affecting federal benefits

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