how-to-apply-gr-fgpls

1. Complete the FAFSA using GW School Code 001444 at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.  For assistance with the FAFSA, call 1-800-4FED-AID (1-800-433-3242)
2. Students who have not borrowed a Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan within the last ten years, or those whose previous request was denied for credit reasons, are required to complete the PLUS MPN for Graduate/Professional Students online at https://studentaid.gov/.
3. All first-time borrowers must complete Entrance Counseling as a graduate or professional student regarding their rights and responsibilities as a Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan borrower. Entrance Counseling can be completed online at https://studentaid.gov/.
4. Complete GW’s Supplemental Graduate Loan Questionnaire, which is found through Forms and Documents, applying for the full Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan amount the student is eligible to receive if it has not already been awarded, as well as the requested Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan amount. The detailed information you provide us on this form will enable us to process your application correctly and for the loan period of your choosing.
5. In some instances we will be required to collect additional information. If that need arises we will contact you in writing.

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