Student loans can allow you to attend college in the United States.
Getting a student loan can be difficult, but the process can be exacerbated if you're from another country and planning to study in the United States. In many cases, the process of getting a loan for international study requires a great deal of effort, and you'll need to do your research to find a loan program that you qualify for.
EduPass
Check the EduPass guide for international students to find loans that you qualify for. EduPass provides links to many common loan programs for international students, including the Canadian Higher Education Learning Program, the International Student Loan and Study Abroad Program and private education lenders, like the Global Student Loan Corporation. The EduPass website also offers resources regarding passport and visa information, college admissions and other college financing options for students looking to study in the U.S.
Education USA
Education USA is a a nonprofit network of more than 400 advising centers, supported and funded by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State. Education USA works to help students from other countries research their options for school, complete the application process and find loans, scholarships and grants. To get help through Education USA, you will need to visit one of its regional offices using the location finder tool on its website. Education USA can also help you apply for your student visa and prepare for your departure to the U.S.
Sallie Mae
Sallie Mae offers a variety of loans for non-U.S. students seeking loans for their college education. For non-U.S. students seeking a loan to study in the U.S., Sallie Mae offers several different loans, including a version of the Sallie Mae Smart Option Student Loan, as well as the Sallie Mae Residency and Relocation Program and the Sallie Mae Bar Study Loan. You can use the Sallie Mae website to gather information about the different loan programs to see if you qualify.
International Education Financial Aid (IEFA)
The International Education Financial Aid provides listings about loans and financial opportunities for students that want to study in a foreign country. IEFA also provides information about government loans for non-U.S. students looking to study in the U.S. for their whole college education or for a semester or year.
Financial Aid Department
Your school's financial aid department is a valuable resource for finding international loan programs that may apply to you or your particular course of study. You should also consult your school's international study program for more information about obtaining a loan for study abroad programs in the United States.
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