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As you contemplate an investment in your future with a graduate education, one of the biggest factors to navigate is how to pay for your Master’s degree or PhD. The best loan options for graduate school differ from what you may have experienced for your college degree, so it’s important to understand all graduate-school financing options so you can choose the ones that fit your needs.

Federal Loans and Private Loans: Secure the Best Loan for Your Grad Degree


The U.S. Department of Education offers direct federal loans at a fixed interest rate, designed to be a borrower