Missouri Student Loan Program
The MDHE has administered the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP) in the state of Missouri since 1979 and is currently one of 32 guarantors operating nationwide. Although the federal Healthcare and Education Affordability Act of 2010 eliminated the ability of FFELP guarantors to originate new loans as of July 1, 2010, the MDHE does still service and maintain its portfolio of loans guaranteed prior to that date. As part of its statutory responsibilities within FFELP, the MDHE offers numerous free services and programs to help Missouri students access and succeed in postsecondary education.
Services for students, borrowers, and families
- Journey to College Facebook page and Twitter feed providing peer-to-peer advice on preparing for college
- Financial literacy materials and workshops providing solid money management advice to students
- FAFSA Frenzy events offering free professional help to Missouri students as they file the FAFSA each year
- Monthly Student Reminder electronic newsletter providing helpful tips, deadlines, and other useful information about pursuing a postsecondary education
- Online Missouri school, program and degree search tool
- Borrower Services, a toll-free call center for assisting borrowers with MDHE-guaranteed student loans
Services for schools, guidance counselors, and college access professionals
- Free publications providing financial aid information, advice about preparing for college, good money management habits for both postsecondary students and for high school students, and more
- Financial literacy services
- Default prevention initiatives such as a Default Prevention Grant Program for Missouri postsecondary institutions
- Free training workshops and pre-recorded webcasts
- Customer service and assistance for Missouri schools
- Technical assistance in understanding federal and state regulations regarding financial aid
