| Knowledgebase Home | Glossary | Favorites     Contact     Login    Home     FAQ     Glossary     Favorites     Contact     Login Welcome to our knowledge base. To find what you're after, use the search box below or choose a category to view listed articles. Search the Knowledgebase Browse by Category [Advanced Search] -- Select Category -- Forbearance and DefermentPaymentsSchool & MilitaryStudent Loan Help All 0-9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Word Description Grace Period The period after a student either graduates or leaves school and before loan payments must begin. Graduate Student A postsecondary student who possesses a bachelor's degree and is pursuing additional postsecondary education. Grants Financial aid that does not have to be repaid; aid usually awarded to students based on financial need. Guarantor The agency or institution that insures the loan against loss to lenders in the event of default.