According to the online inquiry of China Education, sophomores can apply for student loans from their places of origin. The specific application steps are as follows:

1. Enter the student online service system of China Development Bank, fill in the application information online and download and print the application form. If you are not clear, you can contact the local funding center or the docking department of the university for consultation.

2. Prepare the following personal materials: student ID card and original ID card, copy of ID card, copy of student ID card, admission certificate issued by the university, and pre-application form (freshmen should also provide university admission notice and other relevant supporting documents).

3. Review the loan after submitting the materials, and then go to the local bank to sign the contract. After the contract is signed, the student loan process is completed.