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Refinance Student Loan – Rates

Student Loan Refinancing
Rates & Terms

The following examples depict the APR, monthly payment and total payments during the life of a $10,000 private loan with a single disbursement. All student loan rates below are shown with the Autopay Discount (0.25%) and 0.125% SoFi Plus discount. There are no application or origination fees, and no prepayment penalties.

For variable rate loans, the current index rate is 4.03% and may change monthly. The current index for variable rate loans is derived from the 30 day average SOFR index, thus changes in the SOFR index may cause your monthly payment to increase. 5, 7, and 10 Year terms are capped at 13.95% APR, 15 and 20 Year terms are capped at 13.95% APR to the extent permitted under law.

Your actual interest rate may be different than the student loan interest rates in these examples and will be based on term of loan, your financial history, and other factors, including your cosigner’s (if any) financial history. State restrictions may apply.

Fixed Rate Loans

Terms Rate Repayment
APR
No. of
Payments
Monthly
Payment**
Total
Payments
5 Year 4.24% – 8.45% 4.24% – 8.45% 60 $185.25 – $204.92 $11,115.02 – $12,295.46
7 Year 4.72% – 8.77% 4.72% – 8.77% 84 $140.03 – $159.73 $11,762.28 – $13,416.98
10 Year 5.02% – 8.82% 5.02% – 8.82% 120 $106.16 – $125.70 $12,739.60 – $15,084.44
15 Year 5.28% – 8.87% 5.28% – 8.87% 180 $80.55 – $100.65 $14,498.21 – $18,117.86
20 Year 5.52% – 9.99% 5.52% – 9.99% 240 $68.90 – $96.44 $16,536.42 – $23,144.62

Variable Rate Loans

Terms Rate Repayment
APR
No. of
Payments
Monthly
Payment**
Total
Payments
5 Year 5.99% – 8.70% 5.99% – 8.70% 60 $193.28 – $206.13 $11,596.89 – $12,367.84
7 Year 5.99% – 9.02% 5.99% – 9.02% 84 $146.04 – $160.99 $12,267.16 – $13,523.35
10 Year 5.99% – 9.07% 5.99% – 9.07% 120 $110.97 – $127.05 $13,316.43 – $15,246.59
15 Year 5.99% – 9.12% 5.99% – 9.12% 180 $84.33 – $102.14 $15,179.70 – $18,385.52
20 Year 5.99% – 9.99% 5.99% – 9.99% 240 $71.59 – $96.44 $17,180.50 – $23,144.62

Student Loan Refinancing variable rate loans for 5, 7 and 10 Year terms are capped at 13.95% APR, 15 and 20 Year terms are capped at 13.95% APR.

**Autopay Discount. The SoFi 0.25% autopay interest rate reduction requires you to agree to make your scheduled monthly payments by an automatic monthly deduction (ACH) from a savings or checking account. The benefit will discontinue and be lost for periods in which you do not pay by automatic deduction from a savings or checking account. The discount will not reduce the monthly payment; instead, less interest will accrue each month and more of the monthly payment will be applied to the principal loan balance to help pay the loan down faster. Enrolling in autopay is not required to receive a loan from SoFi.

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REFINANCE STUDENT LOANS

Fixed interest rates starting at 4.24%

APR

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(with all discounts) plus a $400 welcome bonus.2


Refinancing your student loans could save you thousands, and you can save even more with a $400 welcome bonus2 exclusively for SoFi at Work partners. Just make sure you apply through this page to get this bonus.


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Since 2011, we’ve helped over 515,000 members refinance their student loan debt. Here’s just a bit of what they enjoy:

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    You could save thousands with a lower interest rate and no fees required.

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How refinancing student loans works at SoFi.

First, we’ll see if you qualify.

You can see some basic eligibility criteria for different loan types. Plus, we’ll consider other factors like your financial history, credit score, and monthly income versus expenses.

Then, you pick a loan with a competitive interest rate.

If you’re approved, you can select from flexible terms that could lower your interest or monthly payments. All with no fees required.

Don’t forget to get a discount.

For example, you could get a 0.25% interest rate discount by enrolling in autopay.1


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FAQs


Who should refinance their student loans?

Student loan refinancing is a great solution for working graduates who have high-interest, unsubsidized Direct Loans, Graduate PLUS loans, and/or private student loans. Federal student loans do carry some special benefits, for example, public service loan forgiveness and economic hardship programs, that may not be accessible to you after you refinance. Check out this blog post that provides more information: When to Consolidate Federal and Private Loans by Refinancing. Or, call us at 855-456-SOFI (7634) for a free consultation about your particular situation.



Is it worth it to refinance student loan?

The answer to this question depends on your specific financial situation. However, student loan refinancing may be a good option if you can qualify for a lower interest rate and/or a shorter repayment period. By reducing your rate and getting a lower monthly payment term, you’ll owe less interest over the life of the loan and save money in the long run.



Can I refinance both federal and private student loans?

Yes, SoFi will consolidate all qualified education loans.



Am I a good candidate to refinance my student loans with SoFi?

SoFi aims to revolutionize financial services—ultimately improving the system for everyone. Today, we’re able to offer significant savings and flexibility to US citizens or permanent residents who have graduated from a selection of Title IV accredited university or graduate programs, are employed, have a sufficient income from other sources, or hold a job offer with a start date within 90 days, have a responsible financial history, and a strong monthly cash flow.



What is the difference between consolidating and refinancing student loans?

Student loan consolidation is when you combine multiple loans into one single loan. Student loan refinancing, on the other hand, is when you get a new loan at a new interest rate and/or a new term. You can refinance both federal and private loans. Learn more here.


What’s the difference between fixed and variable rate loans?

Fixed rate loans are loans that have an interest rate that does not change over the life of a loan, which means you pay the same amount each month. It also means you know with certainty the total interest that you’ll pay over the life of the loan. Fixed rate is a general term that can apply to different types of loans with a variety of uses, including student loans, mortgages, auto loans, and unsecured personal loans.

Variable rate loans are loans that have an interest rate that will fluctuate over time in line with prevailing interest rates. Sometimes they are also known as floating-rate loans.

Find more info on Fixed vs. Variable Rate Loans.




Where can I find more information about student loans in general?

Deciding how to best handle your student loan refinancing can be an intimidating process. That’s why we’ve put together our Student Loan Help Center to give you guidance on existing student loan payments, refinancing, budgeting, and common terminology so you can feel more confident in your journey to becoming debt free.



How will applying impact my credit score?

To check the rates and terms you qualify for, SoFi conducts a soft credit pull that will not affect your credit score. However, if you choose a product and continue your application, we will request your full credit report from one or more consumer reporting agencies, which is considered a hard credit pull. Learn more here.



What are the differences in refinancing federal vs. private loans?

When you refinance your federal student loans, you’ll have a new private loan, and private loans are not eligible for federal programs and benefits, but it could be a good option if your goal is to lower your monthly payments or get a lower rate. Once federal loans are refinanced into private loans, they can’t be converted back, so it’s important you consider all your options. Learn more here.



What’s the difference between an APR and an interest rate?

Your interest rate includes the interest percentage you will be charged for taking a loan out, accrued on a daily basis, and does not include any other fees. An APR is the sum of the interest rate plus extra fees and expressed as a percentage.


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