Federal Direct Loans
To be considered for Federal Direct loans when applying for financial aid and completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA), You must also complete the Direct Loan Program requirements.
Private Education Loans
Private student loans are offered through a variety of banks and other lenders. Students wanting private loans must apply separately from their financial aid application through an individual lender. The best rates on these loans are generally offered to borrowers with good credit and/or who have a cosigner with good credit. Visit the Financial Aid Private Education Loans page for more information.
Employment On Campus
Employment in certain Graduate Student Instructor and Grader positions are made available by ISD faculty, with opportunities sent directly to ISD students. Beyond these positions, employment can be found through the U-M Student Employment Office or the U-M website for On-campus Employment for F-1/J-1 Students.
Other Resources
Office of Financial Aid
The University of Michigan’s Office of Financial Aid serves as a valuable resource for all U-M students throughout their time at U-M. The OFA website has information on applying for private scholarships, applying for Graduate Student PLUS loans, obtaining Federal Direct Stafford Loans, information for vets, and more.
U-M Library Guide to Graduate Funding
Grad students and undergrads can find scholarships, fellowships, and research grants to help fund their U-M education.