Originally Posted by LAfrequentflyer

Do you have to take a loan thru ALLATP? Could I get a loan thru my bank and pay the ATP folks on a schedule they have set up to avoid their rates and loan origination fees?

I'm new to the education loans. The AF has paid for all my education - 1 BS, 1 MS/MA, and computer / cisco certifications. I'm holding onto the GI BILL for my PhD.

Thanks,
LAFF