Health Professions Student Loan
The Health Professions Student Loan (HPSL) and the Loan for Disadvantaged Students (LDS) are loans administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration processed by Texas A&M University. HPSL is available to Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and Doctor of Dental Surgery students. The LDS is available only to Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students. These loans are awarded to students with financial need in their family, therefore parent information must be included on the FAFSA. Providing parent information will not affect your eligibility for other need-based aid. This loan has a 12-month (1yr) grace period after graduation before repayment begins. Interest does not accrue until after the grace period ends.
After the application is complete and all documents are submitted, the information will be reviewed and this loan will be awarded based on financial need. Students will be notified by email if they are offered this award and will complete an electronic Master Promissory Note through Heartland ECSI before the award will disburse.
Application Process:
- Complete a FAFSA for the 2024-2025 academic year.
- Complete the HPSL application through the Financial Aid Portal.
- Submit all documentation that has been requested through the Financial Aid Portal.
- Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress
| Loan Type | Current Interest Rate |
|---|---|
| Health Professions Student Loan | 5.00% |
| Loans for Disadvantaged Students | 5.00% |
The Health Professions Student Loan (HPSL) and the Loan for Disadvantaged Students (LDS) are loans administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration processed by Texas A&M University. HPSL is available to Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and Doctor of Dental Surgery students. The LDS is available only to Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students. These loans are awarded to students with financial need in their family, therefore parent information must be included on the FAFSA. Providing parent information will not affect your eligibility for other need-based aid. This loan has a 12 month (1yr) grace period after graduation before repayment begins. Interest does not accrue until after the grace period ends.
After the application is complete and all documents are submitted, the information will be reviewed and this loan will be awarded based on financial need. Students will be notified by email if they are offered this award and will complete an electronic Master Promissory Note through Heartland ECSI before the award will disburse.
Application Process:
After the application is complete and all documents are submitted, the information will be reviewed and this loan will be awarded based on financial need. Students will be notified by email if they are offered this award and will complete an electronic Master Promissory Note through Heartland ECSI before the award will disburse.
Application Process:
- Complete a FAFSA and include parent information on the FAFSA
- Complete the HPSL application through the Financial Aid Portal by June 1st
- Submit all documentation that has been requested through the Financial Aid Portal by June 15th
- Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress