Federal student loans are the largest source of education loans. You and your family can get these loans through private financial institutions such as Sallie Mae.
Federal student loans have more favorable terms than private loans. These loans are guaranteed by the government, and the government sets their low interest rate. Nearly all students are eligible to receive federal student loan money (regardless of credit score or other financial issues), and federal student loans feature a grace period after school when no payments are due.
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