Comment | November 25, 2009

Official Comment on Self-Certification Form

The self-certification form must be filled out by students applying for a private student loan, starting in February 2010. This new process is the result of a provision in the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008. Our official public comments suggest ways to better accomplish Congress’s intent, to make sure students know about cheaper, safer federal aid options and seek counsel from the financial aid office before taking out a private student loan.

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