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Filling out the Applying For A Direct Student Loan form is an essential process for students seeking financial assistance for their education. This guide provides clear and supportive instructions to help users complete the form accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your Direct Student Loan application.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and access it in your preferred document editor.
2. Review your Great Basin College Financial Aid Offer Letter to understand your federal student loan amounts.
3. Ensure you are enrolled in at least six credits per semester to qualify for funding.
4. Locate your 4-digit Electronic Signature Pin Number (E-signature) used for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). If you need a duplicate, visit www.pin.ed.gov.
5. Complete the Entrance Counseling by visiting www.dlenote.ed.gov. Sign in using your E-signature, input your email, and update your information as necessary.
6. Click on ‘Complete Entrance Counseling’ and follow the prompts. This process will take approximately 30 minutes. Ensure you select the appropriate counseling type as an undergraduate student.
7. After successfully completing the counseling, remember to print the confirmation page.
8. Proceed to submit a Master Promissory Note by indicating whether you are applying for a subsidized or unsubsidized loan. Enter valid contact information for two references, avoiding a temporary school address.
9. Review the Terms and Conditions carefully before proceeding.
10. Sign the Master Promissory Note electronically by entering your first name, middle initial, and last name.
11. Print the Master Promissory Note once completed.
12. Complete the Direct Student Loan Request Form, ensuring all required fields are filled out accurately.
13. Fill out the Statement of Understanding to acknowledge your responsibilities regarding the loan.
14. You must obtain a printout from the National Student Loan Database System (NSLDS) to assess your total student loan indebtedness by visiting www.nslds.ed.gov, using your E-signature pin.
15. After all fields and sections are completed, save your changes, download, print, or share the form as needed.

Start filling out your Direct Student Loan application online today to ensure you receive the necessary funding for your education.