Are private lendors the only way for students?

[Seth Hersom]

I am a student with 2-3 year of schooling left. I take out federal student loans which is the only debt I have. Is the only way to get a loan for a rental property through private lendors? Or what is the best way to secure a loan with out ridiculous interest rates.

Ideally I would like to get a duplex/small house at college where I could live with friends (and rent the other half out if I could get a duplex).