The Hertie School is able to certify loan applications for the US direct loan programme. US federal student loans for graduate and doctoral students are administered centrally by the Hertie School US loans team.
Please be sure to read through the following sections carefully and before starting the application process as it may differ from those made at US universities.
Key facts
- Are US citizens or hold a US passport
- Are enrolled in the MPP, MIA or PhD programme
- Are enrolled at least half-time
The direct loan programme at the Hertie School offers two types of loans:
- Direct unsubsidised loans (interest rate 6.6 % plus loan fee deducted from disbursement 1.062%): Not based on financial need; total aggregate annual limit: $20,500
- Direct unsubsidised PLUS loans (interest rate 7.6 % plus fee of 4.248%): Help pay for education expenses up to the cost of attendance minus all other financial assistance. Lees verder