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Paying for college is a challenge for many students, but student loans can help.

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Find out if an emergency loan makes sense, or if you should use another option.
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People with bad credit may be able to qualify for certain types of bad credit loans.
Learn how much you can borrow with startup loans, including SBA loans for startups.
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With an 18 percent rate cap, credit unions are a great option for personal loans.
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Grants are available at the federal, state and institutional level.
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Here’s how to qualify for a low interest personal loan.
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These loans don’t require collateral and typically charge higher interest rates.
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Making a plan to manage your loan will set you up for success.
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