Alternative or Private Loans
Alternative loans, also known as private loans, are consumer loans made through various lenders to individuals to help pay for college expenses. A student may be eligible for these loans based on credit and other factors determined by the lender. Ä¢¹½APP encourages students to explore available options including completing the Free Application for  and applying for before considering loans. Students are also encouraged to apply for scholarships through the Ä¢¹½APP Foundation Office. For more information about Foundation scholarships and application deadlines, please visit page.
Loans are not free. They must be repaid with interest. While there are a variety of lending options available, Ä¢¹½APP does not endorse the services of one lender over another. It is recommended that students perform a thorough review of all lenders to make a suitable choice. Students using alternative loans for attendance at Ä¢¹½APP have used the following lenders.
NC Student Assist Loan
Sallie Mae® Smart Option Student Loan
The PNC Solution Loan
Cohort Default Rate
The College ceased participation in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program in the 2013-2014 school year. Information about Ä¢¹½APP’s official cohort default rate, including the number of student borrowers and the national average cohort default rate is available on the .
For further information about alternative or private loans, please contact the Financial Aid Director at wcc-finaid@waynecc.edu.