Audiology and Communication Sciences

Washington University Loan Information

Federal Direct Unsubsidized loans, Federal Direct Graduate Plus loans, and/or Private loans are available to students who qualify based on completion of the FAFSA, financial aid application and other required documents. Direct Unsubsidized Loans are awarded by the Financial Aid Office (other loans may require additional applications).

Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan

With a complete financial aid application, a graduate student can be eligible to receive up to $20,500 annually.

Direct Unsubsidized loans are currently 7.05% for the 2023-2024 aid year for loans disbursed between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024 and have an origination fee of 1.057% that is subtracted from the loan at the time of disbursement for loans disbursed before October 1, 2024. The loan rate is fixed for the life of each loan; however, the fixed rate is set on July 1 of each year.

The Direct loan has a 6-month payment free grace period once you graduate or cease to be enrolled at least 1/2 time status. There are numerous repayment options starting at 10 years up to 25* years. Income based repayment options are also available to those who qualify.
*based on total debt load.

Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan

If you borrow the maximum Direct Unsubsidized loan, you may apply for a Direct PLUS loan. This loan is currently 8.05% for the 2023-2024 aid year for loans disbursed between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024 and have an origination fee of 4.228% that is subtracted from the loan at the time of disbursement for loans disbursed before October 1, 2024. The loan rate is fixed for the life of each loan; however, the fixed rate is set on July 1 of each year.

The PLUS loan has a no annual maximum; the amount is based on the remaining cost of attendance eligibility within a student’s budget.

Federal PLUS loans are based on overall good credit standing; therefore, you must apply online at Studentaid.gov . The credit check is valid for 180 days; therefore, please be aware of your academic start time.

NON Federal Loan Options

Alternative / Private Student loans will require a credit check and possibly a co-borrower to maximize the best possible interest rate. The loan terms and conditions are based on you and your co-borrowers credit score and the specific loan product you select from that private lender. Our office has provided a historical list of lenders that provide healthcare specific loan programs. On the FASTChoice portal you can review, compare, and even apply online using any one of those lenders.

PLEASE NOTE: It is not the university’s position to recommend or endorse any particular lender. Select the terms and conditions that best suit your individual needs. For more information regarding alternative/private student loans, please visit FinAid.org and/or contact our office for more information.

Assistantships

A limited number of assistantships are available to qualified AuD and MSDE students on a competitive basis. Assistantships typically provide a financial award in exchange for a work commitment to PACS, such as serving as a teaching or clerical assistant. To be considered for an assistantship, applicants should check the appropriate box on the PACS Application for Graduate Admission. Awarded by the PACS program.

PACS Scholarships

Available to qualified AuD and MSDE students on a competitive basis. Full-tuition scholarships are currently available to MSDE students; AuD students may receive tuition scholarships ranging from 25-50% of the cost of tuition. PACS Scholarship awards are announced at the time an admission offer is made and renewal is guaranteed for all years of study for students who remain in good standing. To be considered for a PACS Scholarship, applicants should check the appropriate box on the PACS Application for Graduate Admission. Awarded by the PACS program.