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Resource Center Can I Get a Loan Without My Parents?
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Resource Center Can I Get a Loan Without My Parents?

Can I Get a Loan Without My Parents?

Can I Get a Loan Without My Parents?

Students often wonder if they can get a college loan without their parents on the loan application. MEFA’s Associate Director of College Planning Jonathan Hughes explains how by filing the FAFSA®, students are eligible for Federal Direct Student Loans without any co-borrowers. Private loan approval is dependent on income and credit score, so students often need the assistance of a co-borrower for these loans.