Brand new federal figuratively speaking lent since July 1, 2010 are Direct Loans. Loans taken out earlier in the day could be either Direct Loans or area of the FFEL (Federal Family Education Loan) system. To get out which kind of loans you have actually, get on your student portal My Federal Student help utilizing your FSA ID.

Particular variations for the extended and finished repayment plans base the mortgage term regarding the balance due. Greater loan amounts give longer payment terms. These payment plans can be found to borrowers that have consolidated their loans. The payment terms are summarized within the after table.

Loan Balance	Extended Loan Term	reduction in Monthly Payment	Increase as a whole Interest
lower than $7,500	a decade	Continue reading→