Alternative or Private Loans

Non-government loans tend to charge higher interest rates that vary from lender to lender. For this reason, BJU recommends federal student loans first and private loans only to cover the difference.

Source Eligibility Amount How to Apply
Pickett and Hatcher Educational Fund Available to students from all states enrolled in a four-year, liberal arts program (except premed, prelaw, and ministerial) $5,500 per year Write to Pickett and Hatcher Educational Fund, P.O. 8169, Columbus, Georgia 31908-8169 or call 800.864.8308 (Applications available January 1 until depleted) www.phef.org

In order to take advantage of all possible financial aid opportunities, be sure to complete the FAFSA and all non-government and non-BJU scholarship, grant and loan applications by April 1.

If you have any questions, email the Financial Aid Office.