 TITLE: Can a Student Loan Application Be Denied? CONTENT: Alternatives for When You Don't Qualify for Student Loans\n---------------------------------------------------------\nWhile student loans can provide much-needed funds to help pay for your college education, they're only one piece of the payment puzzle.\nIf you're in a situation where you don't qualify for student loans but still need to continue your education, you may be able to work a part- or full-time job during the school year and during the summer.\nYou can also apply for any scholarships and grants through your school and other organizations. Explore resources posted by your university, college and even concentration office. Websites like Scholarships.com and Fastweb can be a useful resource as well to find scholarships available based on things like grades, ability, ethnicity and other criteria.\nFinally, look for ways to reduce your expenses, such as moving back home or picking a more affordable school—for example, you may choose to attend a community college for a year or two, then transfer back to a university once you're able to qualify for student loans again. END