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Interest Rate for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans

IS...

  • Currently 2.77% (in-school & grace period)
  • Currently 3.37% (repayment period)
  • Variable
  • Based on the 91 day Treasury Bill auctioned at the final auction held prior to each June 1st
  • Adjusted July 1 each year
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    NOTE: This interest rate will never exceed 8.25%

    How to Apply
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