What is the interest rate on a Stafford Loan?
The rate is fixed at 6.8% for the life of the loan. There is a combined fee of 2%; origination fee is 1% and guarantee fee is 1%. These fees are deducted proportionately from each loan disbursement so that you aren’t required to come up with any up-front money to obtain the loan. Some lenders currently pay these fees for students.