Federal Direct Stafford Loans

US students studying at NUI Galway, RCSI, TCD, UCC or UCD are eligible for Federal Direct Stafford Loans for each of their academic years. Students usually take both Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford loans which can combine for amounts up to US$ 20,500 per year. Eligibility for the Subsidised Stafford Loan is dependent on financial need.

Medical students, who have successfully completed three years at college, are generally classified as Graduate/Professional students, and are eligible for up to $20,500 in Stafford Loans each year.

Federal Direct PLUS Loans

Additional financing for US students studying at NUIG, RCSI, TCD, UCC or UCD can be secured through the Federal Direct PLUS loan. Students can borrow up to the full cost of their education (including accommodation, travel, books, living expenses etc.) with the Grad PLUS or Parent PLUS loan. Graduate level students can apply for the Grad PLUS Loan, on their own signature (independent of their parents).

Parent PLUS Loans

Parents of undergraduate level students can avail of the Parent PLUS Loan on behalf of their son or daughter.

Smart Option Loan

The Smart Option Student Loan® by Sallie Mae® is an option for students to fund the cost of their education.

Competitive Interest Rates
Multiple in-school repayment options
Borrower benefits – for example, interest rate reductions
Rates that reward creditworthy borrowers
Efficient Online Application.
No prepayment penalty

For more information and to apply, just click on the logo to the left or the link at the bottom of the page.

School Administrators

Each school has a dedicated Financial Aid Administrator. Contact details are available from info@atlanticbridge.com.

Federal Stafford Loans
Federal Direct PLUS Loans
Direct PLUS Loans For Parents
Global Education Management Services