In addition to scholarships, grants, and personal resources, there are several alternative options available to help students and families manage and cover the cost of college, including the payment plans and loan programs described below.
Tuition Option Payment Plan (TOPP)
Tuition Option Payment Plan (TOPP) allows you to divide the cost of tuition, fees and housing (if you plan to live on campus) into installment payments. The deadline to enroll in TOPP is by the second installment due date of a term. For more information and to enroll please visit busfin.osu.edu.
Federal Direct Parent PLUS loans
Federal Direct Parent PLUS loans are federal loans that parents of dependent undergraduate students can use to help pay for educational expenses. Parents must pass a credit check for adverse credit history in order to qualify for PLUS loans. For more information and to apply please visit
studentaid.gov.
Private loans
Private loans are designed to assist students and their families cover educational costs not covered by other types of financial aid or personal resources. Before applying for a private loan, Ohio State recommends researching all forms of
Title IV federal aid, including PLUS loans, as they may be more favorable to borrow. Loan approval is generally based on credit worthiness and ability to repay. For additional information please visit
sfa.osu.edu.
Contact us
For assistance, including general information or personalized help with anything related to financial aid, contact Buckeye Link.
Buckeye Link
Student Academic Services Building, 281 West Lane Ave. [map]
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Phone: 614-292-0300
Webform:
help.osu.edu