A: Currency is printed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, and coins are produced by the U.S. Mint. Each year, the Federal Reserve Board of Governors determines the number of new Federal Reserve notes that are needed and submits a print order to the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.
In a direct subsidized loan, the federal government pays the interest while the student is in college or while the loan is in deferment. This type is very different than unsubsidized loans, where interest begins to accrue as soon as the loan is taken out.
Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans. The amount of money you are eligible to receive in Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans (both annually and throughout your college career) varies based on your financial need, dependency status, and grade level. Interest rates and repayment options also vary by loan type.