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Private student loan interest rates remain stable for 5-year terms, rise for 10-year terms
Student LoansPrivate student loan interest rates remain stable for 5-year terms, rise for 10-year terms

During the week of Nov. 11, 2024, average private student loan rates remained the same for borrowers with credit scores of 720 or higher who used the Credible marketplace to take out 5-year variable-rate loans and increased for...

By Richard Richtmyer

November 18, 2024

Private student loan interest rates remain stable for 5-year terms, drop for 10-year terms
Student LoansPrivate student loan interest rates remain stable for 5-year terms, drop for 10-year terms

During the week of Nov. 4, 2024, average private student loan rates remained the same for borrowers with credit scores of 720 or higher who used the Credible marketplace to take out 5-year variable-rate loans and dropped for 10...

By Richard Richtmyer

November 11, 2024

Private student loan interest rates drop for 5-year terms, stays the same for 10-year terms
Student LoansPrivate student loan interest rates drop for 5-year terms, stays the same for 10-year terms

During the week of Oct. 28, 2024, average private student loan rates dropped for borrowers with credit scores of 720 or higher who used the Credible marketplace to take out 5-year variable-rate loans and they stayed the same fo...

By Richard Richtmyer

November 4, 2024

Federal vs. private student loans: Which should I choose?
Student LoansFederal vs. private student loans: Which should I choose?

Deciding between federal and private loans is a personal choice to make based on your individual circumstances. Federal student loans are the more popular option: They make up over 92% of all outstanding student debt, according...

By Christy Bieber

October 18, 2024

Is college debt worth it?
Student LoansIs college debt worth it?

In the 2022-23 school year, students and parents borrowed over $98 billion in student loans, according to the College Board. That's because college can cost tens of thousands of dollars per year. To understand if such an invest...

By Christy Bieber

October 16, 2024

Flight school loans: Your complete guide to financing your aviation training
Student LoansFlight school loans: Your complete guide to financing your aviation training

Becoming a pilot requires specialized training, and the costs can add up quickly. A private pilot's license might cost anywhere between $6,000 and $20,000, according to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. If your goal i...

By Christy Bieber

October 16, 2024

Private student loan interest rates rise for 5-year terms, drop for 10-year terms
Student LoansPrivate student loan interest rates rise for 5-year terms, drop for 10-year terms

During the week of Oct. 21, 2024, average private student loan rates increased for borrowers with credit scores of 720 or higher who used the Credible marketplace to take out 5-year variable-rate loans and dropped for 10-year f...

By Richard Richtmyer

October 28, 2024

Best student loans for international students in 2024
Student LoansBest student loans for international students in 2024

The number of international students attending college in the U.S. surged by 12% in 2022-23, according to The Institute of International Education (IIE). If you're planning to study in the U.S., finding the right financial supp...

By Melanie Lockert

August 28, 2024

Best law school loans for 2024
Student LoansBest law school loans for 2024

Given the high costs of law school, the majority of Juris Doctor (J.D.) students take out student loans as they work toward their degrees. According to a survey by the American Bar Association (ABA), about 90% of law school stu...

By Rebecca Safier

August 28, 2024

Best small student loans: Options and tips for managing minimal debt
Student LoansBest small student loans: Options and tips for managing minimal debt

As of March 2023, 32% of borrowers owed less than $10,000 in federal student loans, according to the College Board. Whether you receive a significant scholarship or get help from your family, you might have most of your educati...

By Melanie Lockert

August 27, 2024

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