"Unsubsidized loans" refers to loans that do not come with financial assistance from the government. This means that the borrower is responsible for paying the full interest amount on the loan throughout its lifespan. Full definition
Direct Subsidized Loan Direct Unsubsidized Loan Direct PLUS Loans Direct Consolidation Loans (can include FFEL, some health and nursing loans) (valuepenguin.com)
Now you still may qualify for unsubsidized loans as well as private loans. (creditdonkey.com)
Interest on unsubsidized loans accrues from the date of disbursement and continues througho... (studentaid.ed.gov)