For general student loan information, please refer to Federal Student Aid: Student Loans.
What is the loan application deadline?
In order to have your loan application processed by the payment deadline, submit your loan application by: Fall semester: July 1 Spring semester: December 1 Summer semester: May 1
When is the loan application available?
Once registration opens, students can submit a BHC Loan Application (and all other requirements) at bhc.edu/loans.
What are the consequences of not repaying a student loan?
If you don’t make your student loan payment or make your payment late, your loan will be considered delinquent and may eventually go into default. If you default on your […]
When do I have to begin repaying my Federal Direct Student Loan?
Repayment begins 6 months after graduating, withdrawing, or dropping to less than 6 credit hours. Additional information is available through Federal Student Aid: Understanding Repayment and Federal Student Aid: How […]
What is a Loan Servicer?
A loan servicer is a company that handles the billing and other services on your federal student loan. The loan servicer will work with you on repayment plans and loan […]
What is Exit Counseling?
Loan borrowers are required to participate in Federal Loan Exit Counseling after graduating, withdrawing, or dropping to less than 6 credit hours, even if they intend transfer to another institution. […]
What happens if I transfer to another college during the same academic year?
You must cancel any pending loans at Black Hawk College and contact your new college to determine what requirements you need to complete.
What if I drop out or stop attending during the semester?
Students should ALWAYS contact the Financial Aid Office BEFORE changing their schedule (adding or dropping classes) to determine how changes will impact their costs and financial aid. Financial aid is […]
When will I receive my loan refund?
Refunds are processed by the Bursar’s Office once a credit balance is created on your billing account. Refunds will be available approximately 14 days AFTER the credit balance is created. […]