Bar loans are designed to help students with the costs associated with the bar exam, bar prep courses, and living expenses while studying for the bar. The amount a student borrows depends on the lender’s minimum and maximum amount allowed and what the student determines is necessary. These loans carry higher interest rates and less appealing repayment options than federal loans.
We encourage all students to borrow up to their maximum federal cost of attendance with federal loans before utilizing the Bar Loan option.
When applying for a bar loan, students should be prepared for stricter credit criteria than in the past and may want to consider applying with a co-signer. Too, with the current credit market, the number of lenders who offer bar loans has gotten smaller. As lenders re-enter the market they will be added to our list.
Please use the links to apply directly online with the lender. Widener Law Commonwealth will certify the student’s graduation date and the money will be disbursed directly to the student.
For additional financial aid information, contact our Financial Aid Office at finaidcwlaw@widener.edu.