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What’s the difference between private and federal student loans?

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What’s the difference between private and federal student loans?

Confused about the difference between federal and private student loans? Learn the basics with Discover Student Loans including how they work and how to apply.

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What is a parent PLUS loan?

Apr 12, 2023

Discover Student Loans provides information about parent PLUS loans, including what they are, how they work, who is eligible, interest rates, and how to apply.

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