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FAFSA.gov
Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA^®).

StudentLoans.gov

Complete your Master Promissory Note, Loan Consolidation Application or counseling (entrance, financial awareness, and exit) or request a Direct PLUS Loan or an income–driven repayment plan.

Myeddebt.ed.gov

Get information about your defaulted federal education debt.

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