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The document is an Economic Hardship Deferment Request form for federal student loans, including Direct Loans, FFEL, and Perkins Loans. It outlines the eligibility criteria for borrowers to defer loan repayments due to economic hardship, requiring documentation of income and family size. The form includes sections for borrower information, eligibility determination, requests and certifications, instructions for completion, definitions of terms related to loans and deferments, and important notices regarding privacy and paperwork reduction.

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Who qualifies for economic hardship deferment?

In order to qualify for an economic hardship deferment, the borrowers monthly gross income must not exceed the greater of: the monthly gross income of a minimum wage earner; OR the monthly gross income of a family of two at 100% of the poverty line.

What is a hardship deferment?

You can still make payments during a deferment, so youll still be able to make progress on your loan if you want to. The benefit of deferring is that if you get hit with a big expense (car breaks down, medical bills, etc.), then you can pay those and not have to worry about loan payments hanging over your head.

What is an economic hardship deferment request?

A deferment is a period during which you are entitled to postpone repayment of your loans. Interest is not generally charged to you during a deferment on your subsidized loans. Interest is always charged to you during a deferment on your unsubsidized loans.

What is an example of an economic hardship?

Economic hardship refers to the difficulties faced by individuals or families due to income loss, unemployment, job instability, and economic insecurity.