When do I have to start repaying my student loans?

Updated October 7, 2022

Most loans have a six-month grace period after you graduate, leave school, or drop below half-time enrollment before you must begin repayment on your loan.

For more information about grace periods, visit studentaid.ed.gov/repay-loans/understand#grace-period?.

For more information about student loan repayment, visit studentaid.ed.gov/repay-loans.