Midwestern University Expands Graduate Loan Program at 7% as Federal Borrowing Limits Tighten
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Updated · midwestern.edu · Jun 26
Midwestern University Expands Graduate Loan Program at 7% as Federal Borrowing Limits Tighten
1 articles · Updated · midwestern.edu · Jun 26
Summary
July 1, 2026 federal borrowing rule changes are pushing Midwestern University to widen its MWU Loan program for graduate healthcare students who may no longer fully cover costs with federal aid.
The updated institutional loan now lets some students qualify independently with a 660 credit score, reducing reliance on cosigners as the school tries to keep healthcare programs financially accessible.
Midwestern says the loan carries a fixed 7% rate, no origination fees and program-specific caps meant to fill remaining education costs while encouraging responsible borrowing.
The financing push is paired with Sensible Strategies counseling on budgeting and repayment, which the university says supports low default rates and helps graduates in fields such as medicine, dentistry and pharmacy manage debt.