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Student loan debt is an ongoing problem in the U.S. \u2014 one-fifth of college graduates still owe on the<\/a> funds they borrowed for their education. If you\u2019re one of the graduates repaying student loans, shelling out the money each month can be a challenge, especially with all your other expenses.<\/p>\n

But for some students, parents repay those loans. Whether the debt is actually your parents\u2019 responsibility depends on the type of loan, though. Either way, when parents stop paying, it can put some stress on the former student. We have some tips to help you navigate the situation.\n<\/p>\n

4 Types of Student Loans<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you receive a standard loan for your education, you\u2019ll likely be the one responsible for repaying. Yes, your parents can choose to pay some or all of it for you, but the legal burden rests on you.<\/p>\n

But some loans are issued to parents, and those loans will be their legal responsibility to repay. It\u2019s important to understand the distinction.<\/p>\n

Direct Subsidized Loans<\/b><\/h3>\n

When you use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA\u00ae)<\/a> system to apply for financial aid, Direct Subsidized Loans are the goal. You\u2019ll need to meet financial qualifications, and once you\u2019re issued the loan, you\u2019ll have to meet certain standards, but the government will cover<\/a> the interest while you\u2019re in school, during a six-month grace period after graduation and when you\u2019re issued a deferment.<\/p>\n

After you complete the FAFSA\u00ae, your chosen college will send a financial aid offer. This package will include any financial aid you\u2019ve been granted, as well as the details of any subsidized loans you\u2019ve been approved to receive. Information on unsubsidized loans will also be included in this package.<\/p>\n

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Direct Unsubsidized Loans<\/b><\/h3>\n

Direct Unsubsidized Loans act as any other type of loan. You\u2019ll accrue interest from the date the funds are issued, even while you\u2019re in school. You can pay the interest as you go or allow it to accumulate, paying it once you\u2019re out of school.<\/p>\n

Some students opt to take out private student loans rather than rely on federal student aid. These are unsubsidized loans, as well, and whoever is named on the loan will be responsible for repaying it. In most cases, you\u2019ll want to max out federal loans before looking at private loans, since federal loans typically have lower credit score requirements and better rates.<\/p>\n

Direct PLUS Loans<\/b><\/h3>\n

While direct loans are issued to undergraduate students, a separate type of loan, called a Direct PLUS Loan<\/a>, is issued to either graduate students or parents of undergrads. These loans typically come with a credit check and an origination fee, which will come out of the funds granted to the student.<\/p>\n

There are two types of Direct PLUS Loans:<\/p>\n