Definitions for "Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan"
A loan that student borrowers do not have to pay interest on until after their grace period or deferment expires.
Loans based on need. The interest on such loans is paid by the federal government while the student is in school, during the grace period and during eligible deferment periods.
The government pays the interest for the student while in school at least half-time and during periods of grace and deferment.