How to Apply for a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan

Please allow three weeks for the processing of your loan request. 

Requesting Your 2022-23 Loan (Fall ‘22, Spring ‘23 & Summer ‘23):

Step 1: File the 22-23 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

You must have an FSA ID to provide an electronic signature on the FAFSA.  

Step 2: Visit our Application Page. 

Step 3: Complete the Appropriate Loan Request Form 

Details to keep in mind when completing your loan request:

• The number of credits for which you plan to enroll helps determine your budget and loan eligibility.
• The University may decrease your loan amount if your actual enrollment is fewer credits than the number you reported on your loan request. 
• If you choose a loan period that includes more than one term, your total loan amount will be spread evenly across the number of terms you choose
• If you would like to make any changes to your request, email us at financialaid@fordham.edu from your Fordham Email Address.
• Recommended Subject Line "Federal Unsubsidized Loan Request Adjustment"
• Recommended Body: "Please (increase/decrease) my Federal Unsubsidized Loan by ($xx) for the (fall semester/spring semester/academic year)"