Summer 2023 Federal Direct Loan Request Form

I have completed the 2023-2024 FAFSA*

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No

Your application will not be processed until your 2023-2024 FAFSA has been completed

This application can only be completed after you complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA, and submit it to Boston University. Please come back after you submit the 2023-2024 FAFSA

I understand

My course registration for Summer 2023 is complete*

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No

You must be registered for all classes before any request for summer aid can be processed

This application can only be completed after you register for the Summer 2023 session. Please come back after you register for the Summer 2023 session

I understand

Name*

BU ID*

Email*

School/College*

Students in the MD program and GSDM students should not complete this application. Visit our Apply for Aid page for any application steps.

Are you enrolled in the Physician Assistant (PA) program?*

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No

I understand that I must be enrolled for a minimum total of six credits towards my degree program for Summer 2023 to be eligible to borrow a summer DL.*

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No

I understand that I must be enrolled for a minimum total of six credits towards my degree program for Summer 2023 or Certified Full Time for BOTH summer sessions to be eligible to borrow a summer DL.*

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No

A student registered for less than twelve (12) credits who is otherwise engaged in full-time study or research related to the completion of degree requirements, or who is gaining competence in the field of study, may be certified as a full-time student.

I understand that any change in my course registration after submitting this form can result in an adjustment to the amount of DL I received.*

Yes
No

If you drop below a total of 6 credits of registration during the summer session, any DL disbursed to your account may be cancelled.

Summer 1 Registered Credits*

Summer 2 Registered Credits*

(Skip if you are enrolled for more than 6 credits) - I will be enrolled for less than the minimum six credits for summer but intend to be Certified Full Time (CFT) for both summer sessions. I understand I must receive approval from my department and the GMS Registrar to be CFT.

Yes
No
Will be enrolled for more than 6 credits over both sessions

If you select "Yes" more information will be sent to you by email regarding the CFT process.

I acknowledge that my annual DL limit is $33,000 per academic year. The maximum amount that can be used during summer is $20,500 ($10,250 per summer session). Any amount of DL I use in the summer session will limit the amount of Direct Loans I receive during the Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 semesters. The academic year includes summer, fall and spring semesters.*

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No

I acknowledge that my annual DL limit is $20,500 per academic year. Any amount of Direct Loans I use in the summer session will limit the amount of Direct Loans I receive during the Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 semesters. The academic year includes summer, fall and spring semesters.*

Yes
No

I would like to request DL equal to ONLY my remaining account balance for the summer.*

Yes
No

A YES response to this question will request DL funds that will give you a $0 credit on your student account.
Do NOT select this option if you need additional loan funds for non-billed expenses such as rent and utilities.
Click NO to request a different amount of DL.

I wish to apply for a TOTAL DL in the amount of*

The maximum DL you can receive is $20,500 over the summer session

Do you anticipate receiving funds for Summer 2023 from a source other than Boston University?*

Yes
No

If Yes, please provide the source of these funds

Please provide amount of other funds received

Are you a first time borrower?*

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No

I understand that I must complete Entrance Counseling and a Master Promissory Note at www.studentaid.gov before these funds will be credited to my student account.

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I understand that federal loan eligibility may be limited by cost of attendance, other assistance received and/or aggregate borrowing limits. I also understand that I must be enrolled with a minimum of six credits toward my degree program during summer to be eligible to apply for a summer DL. I understand that for federal funds to disburse to Boston University I must retain my social security number in my student record.*

Yes
No