Private/Alternative loans?

[Escarsega]

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Is/has anyone takien out Private/Alternative loans? I will be starting d.school soon and know for sure that I will need to borrow above the school determined budget. What are the negative aspects of these loans? Are there lenders with better terms (fees, repayment, etc.)? Should/can I begin the loan application(s) now? If not now, when? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks,
SE

 

[Escarsega]

Anyone? Anyone?

 

[onetoothleft]

Anyone? Anyone?

if you need more money talk to the financial advisor. Normally he or she can secure more money for you. If they are too strict and wont/cant give you the money they will at least point you in the right direction.

 

[texas_dds]

Escarsega, you need to contact Gloria Teegardin in the Financial Aid office about that. However, I was wondering what made you think you will go over budget? I haven't heard of many people taking out private loans in the first 2 years in SA so I would tell you that (unless you have some extraordinary circumstance) the amount they give us is enough to live on.