Get online and search for "student loans." Some websites offer services for students and for parents, so you will need to log in as the title that fits you best.
Fill out the required information, such as the school you are or will be attending, your state of residence, the loan type you are looking for and whatever other questions are asked. Some sites, however may not even need to ask you any questions besides which loans you would like to compare.
Press the search button or the "enter" key once the questionnaire is completed. The site will generate the different loan options that are available for you or your child.
Look over the prices and the interest rates to determine which loan best suits your financial needs. There are many different options and understanding all the loan's information can be tricky, so make sure you understand everything to the fullest before applying. You should compare the prices of each loan, the interest rate and the amount of time the loan gives you to start paying on it after graduation. Keep in mind the lower the loan rate, the better for you because it's less money you have to pay out of your pocket.
Call the representative or customer service number on the website for further information. Don't hesitate to ask any questions concerning you before you apply for a student loan.