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PA Forward Student Loans

Explore education financing options available through the PA Forward Student Loan Program for Pennsylvania students and families.

Turn Educational Goals Into Opportunities

Higher education is an investment in your future, and understanding your financing options can students and families plan for education-related expenses. . Through the PA Forward Student Loan Program, eligible Pennsylvania students and families have access to private education loan options designed to help cover education costs and support a variety of educational goals.


Why Consider a PA Forward Student Loan?

PA Forward Student Loans offer:

  • No application or origination fees
  • Fixed interest rate options
  • Multiple repayment options
  • Potential interest rate rewards for eligible borrowers
  • No prepayment penalties

Loan Options for Every Stage of the Journey

Undergraduate Loan

For students enrolled in a degree, certificate, or diploma-granting program.

Graduate Loan

For students pursuing a graduate or professional degree, including master's, law, MBA, doctoral, and other eligible programs.

Medical Loan

For students pursuing eligible medical, dental, osteopathic, podiatry, or veterinary degree programs.

Health Professional Loan

For students pursuing eligible health profession degree programs, including chiropractic, optometry, nurse practitioner, occupational therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, and other approved programs.

Parent Loan

For parents or guardians helping finance a dependent student's undergraduate education.

Refinance Loan

For eligible borrowers currently repaying student loans who are interested in refinancing existing education loan debt. Refinancing allows multiple education loans to be combined into a single loan. Eligibility and program requirements apply.

Not Sure Where to Start?

Paying for college involves more than choosing a loan. Understanding education costs, repayment responsibilities, and long-term financial goals can help students and families make informed decisions. We encourage you to explore educational resources as you plan for higher education and evaluate education financing options:

EducationPlanner.org– Guidance on college planning, career exploration, and preparing for higher education.

MySmartBorrowing.org– Interactive tools that help students and families understand borrowing needs and future repayment responsibilities

YouCanDealWithIt.com–Financial resources for college students and recent graduates navigating everyday financial decisions.

Before You Apply

After exploring these educational resources, return to this page to learn more about the PA Forward Student Loan Program and available education financing options.

Already Have Student Loans?

If you're managing existing student loan debt, refinancing may be worth exploring.

Eligible borrowers may be able to refinance existing student loans through the PA Forward Refinance Loan Program. Refinancing allows multiple student loans to be combined into one loan with a fixed interest rate and repayment term.

Calculate before you decide.

Use our online calculators to estimate payments and compare financial scenarios.

Learn & Plan

Explore articles, tools, and educational resources from Orrstown Bank to help you make informed financial decisions.