One reason a student may seek a federal student loan instead of a private student loan is that

Federal student loans often have lower interest rates and more predictable terms than private loans, so a student may choose a federal loan to borrow at a lower cost. Private-loan rates vary by lender and borrower, so they are not always higher, but this is the best choice. Federal loans are government-backed, and students—not just parents—can receive them.

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