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The federal government pays the interest while you are in school at least half time (6 credit hours). You may receive the Federal Direct Subsidized Loan for a timeframe equivalent to 150% of the length of your degree or certificate, provided that all other eligibility criteria are met.
In short, Direct Subsidized Loans have slightly better terms to help out students with financial need. 1  Direct Subsidized Loans are available to undergraduate students with financial need.  Your school determines the amount you can borrow, and the amount may not exceed your financial need.