How to Apply for a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan

Requesting Your 2023-24 Loan (Fall ‘23, Spring ‘24 & Summer ‘24):

Step 1: File the 23-24 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*.
You must select the 2023-2024 Award Year at the top right corner of the page. (The page will default to Award Year 2024-25) 

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.
  • Please allow three weeks for the processing of your loan request. 
  • 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 [email protected] 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)"