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MUSC Office of Student Financial Aid Services

Student Loan Entrance Counseling Sheet

Name SSN/PVID/CollegeNet ID
E-Mail Address  

In accordance with the Higher Education Ammendments of 1986, The Office of Financial Aid Services is providing students with information concerning the loan programs.

I UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION REGARDING MY STUDENT LOAN(S):

1. I must repay my loan(s) with all accrued interest and deducted fees.

2. I must repay my loan(s) within 10 years (unless my loans are consolidated).

3. I may prepay all or part of my loan without penalty.

4. The minimum monthly payment for the loan is $50.00, but can be more depending on the amount borrowed. Repayment will begin as follows: Stafford Loan Borrowers-following a 6 or 9 month grace period. Please reference Promissory Note for other loan repayment (if applicable).

5. The interest rate for my loan is specified in the promissory note.

6. I must notify my lender, or designated agency in writing, within 10 days, if I:

* Change my name * Transfer to another school

* Change my address * Enroll for less than half time

* Change my telephone number * Withdraw from school

* Change my graduation date

7. I will be notified, in writing, if my loan is transferred to a new holder. I must direct all future correspondence to that new holder.

8. If I qualify, I may apply for a deferment (or postponement) of my loan payments.

9. If I do not qualify for a deferment, and I am unable to make payments on my loan, I may request forbearance from the holder of my loan.

10. If I fail to repay my student loan, I will be considered in default and the following may result:

* I may be reported to a National Credit Bureau and have negative effect on my credit rating.

* The entire unpaid amount of my loan, including interest, may become due and payable immediately.

* I may be ineligible to receive any additional federal or state financial aid funds.

* My federal and state income tax refunds may be withheld.

* My wages may be garnished.

* Liability for collection and legal costs.

* Referral to a collection agency.

* Loss of deferment options.

* Exposure to civil suit.

11. I understand how loan funds will be disbursed.

12. I understand the MUSC policy concerning satisfactory academic progress.

13. I understand that if I falsify my application, I can be prosecuted for criminal fraud.

14. I understand that student loan repayment is required, regardless of whether student completes a program of study, obtains employment, or is not satisfied with the educational services provided.

15. I understand my rights and responsibilities as is pertains to student loans.

16. I am aware of the MUSC Refund policy.

17. I am aware that I will be required to attend an exit interview.

Please sign and date below, indicating that you have read through the information and understand your obligations regarding repayment of your student loans and possible consequences in the event that you should default. I have received loan counseling and/or have seen a default prevention video.

Signature _____________________________Date



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