What is Financial Aid?

Any form of financial assistance you receive to help you pay for your education is considered financial aid and we are here to guide you through the process.

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Call or email with questions or schedule a Financial Planning Conversation with your Financial Aid Counselor.

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FAQs

Borrowing FAQs

Frequently asked questions about loans. We’re here to help guide you through the financial aid process. Please contact us at faoffice@duq.edu or 412-396-6607.

Yes. A monthly payment plan is available from the Student Accounts Office.
These are unsubsidized loans for the parents of dependent students and for graduate/professional students. Student must be enrolled at least half time and interest is charged during all periods.
The yearly limit on a PLUS Loan is equal to your cost of education minus any other financial aid you receive.
No.
Generally, repayment begins within 60 days after the final loan disbursement for the academic year. There is no grace period for these loans. Interest begins to accumulate at the time the first disbursement is made. Your parents may request in-school deferment while you are in school.
If you've received a Parent PLUS Loan denial, there are still many options available to your family including: appealing the denial, applying with an endorser, or having a second eligible parent apply. If the loan remains denied, your student may also become eligible for additional Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan funding.

We encourage you to connect with our office early so we can review your situation and walk through next steps together. Contact us at faoffice@duq.edu or 412-396-6607.
The Student Accounts office sends out bills and maintains the Account records, not the Financial Aid office. Billing questions and payment questions should be directed to the Student Accounts office at (412) 396-6585. You can also check out student accounts billing FAQ.