Bar Study Loans
A variety of public and private loans are available to students studying for the bar exam.
- Federal Bar Study Loan - Direct GradPLUS Loan
- Private Bar Study Loans
Students eligible to receive a federal Direct GradPLUS Loan can contact the Law Office of Financial Aid to inquire about increasing their graduate plus loans. The amount a Direct GradPLUS loan can be increased varies by year.
Note: Direct GradPLUS Bar Study Loans are intended to cover expenses related to bar exam preparation and bar exam fees. These funds cannot be allocated to living expenses while preparing for the bar exam.
Please email the Law Office of Financial Aid at lawaid@sandiego.edu to inquire about a Direct GradPLUS Bar Study Loan.
Outside Bar Scholarship Resources
Search these additional outside resources listed below for more details, information, and to apply for additional bar exam funding opportunities.