Direct Loan Maximum Borrowing Limits
for Graduate Students
Annual Limit:
Graduate students may borrow up to $20,500 (or up to the cost of attendance minus other financial resources, whichever is less) in a combination of subsidized and unsubsidized loans. The subsidized portion may not to exceed $8,500.
Aggregate (Total) Limits:
(Please note that this includes unpaid undergraduate loans.)
Subsidized and/or Unsubsidized |
$65,500 |
Additional Unsubsidized |
$73,000 |
Total |
$138,500 |
When awarding Direct Loan(s) we assume that you may receive a Graduate Appointment. If you do not receive an Appointment, please let the Graduate Financial Aid Office know, as this may increase your loan eligibility.




