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SoFi Savings

High-Yield Savings Account

Supercharge your savings
and earn up to 4.30% APY.

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Open an account

For a limited time, open a new high yield savings account and earn up to 4.30% APY for six months. Plus, enjoy no account fees3, no minimums, and a cash bonus up to $300.4


Open an account

1When you open a SoFi Savings Account, SoFi Bank will also automatically open a SoFi Checking Account in your name. See the SoFi Bank Deposit Account Agreement for details.

2Earn up to 4.30% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) on SoFi Savings with a 0.70% APY Boost (added to the 3.60% APY as of 11/12/25)
for up to 6 months. Open a new SoFi Checking & Savings account and enroll in SoFi Plus by 1/31/26. Rates variable, subject to change. Terms apply here. SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC.




  • Earn up to 4.30% APY

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    Get a 0.70% boost on our standard savings APY of 3.60% APY5 when you set up a new account with eligible direct deposit. Terms apply.

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  • Zero account fees

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    Keep more of your money. We don’t charge monthly fees, overdraft9 fees, or minimum balance fees.

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  • Earn up to a $300 cash bonus with direct deposits.

    Start your savings off right. Earn a $50 or $300 cash bonus with eligible direct deposit.4

    3


  • FDIC-insured

    Access additional FDIC-insurance up to $3M through our partner network.

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How to get your
0.70% APY boost.

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Here are the necessary steps:

  • First, open a new SoFi Savings account1 by 1/31/26.

  • Next, become a SoFi Plus member within 60 days by setting up an eligible direct deposit or enrolling in a $10/month (every 30 days) subscription.7

  • Then, enjoy a 0.70% APY boost on your savings for six months as long as you maintain your SoFi Plus membership. And if our variable APY changes, don’t worry, you’ll still get the 0.70% bump on top of the standard savings rate.


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2Earn up to 4.30% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) on SoFi Savings with a 0.70% APY Boost (added to the 3.60% APY as of 11/12/25)
for up to 6 months. Open a new SoFi Checking & Savings account and enroll in SoFi Plus by 1/31/26. Rates variable, subject to change. Terms apply here. SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC.

Don’t settle for average. See how we stack up.

When it comes to your savings, the details matter. Here’s a side-by-side look at how our fees, standard savings APY, and features compare to the big banks.

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Rates and fees are subject to change. Information for competitors based on standard savings accounts as of 11/5/2025.7


Open an account

See how fast your savings account could grow.

See the difference a high-yield rate makes.
Calculate your potential earnings with our standard 3.60% APY and see how we stack up against the big banks.

*Actual interest credited by your financial institution may vary based on institution-specific calculation methodology.
Rates may vary by state and do not account for bonus, special or promotional APYs.
Traditional bank rates are in comparison to Chase and Bank of America and current as of November 5, 2025.
National Average is based on the FDIC monthly savings account rate as of November 5, 2025.

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Smarter tools to help you save.

Go beyond high APY. We help you organize your money and build savings habits automatically.

Savings Vaults

Organize your money for what matters. Create multiple savings Vaults for all your savings goals and track your progress for each one.

Roundups

Save without thinking about it. Every time you use your SoFi debit card, we’ll round up your purchase to the nearest dollar and put the change in your savings.

Automatic transfers

Pay yourself first. Set up recurring transfers from a linked account or your SoFi Checking to grow your savings consistently.


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All the savings account features you expect, and more.

Mobile check deposit

Deposit checks anytime, anywhere, right from the SoFi app.

24/7 fraud monitoring

We continuously monitor your account for suspicious activity to keep your money safe.

Early paycheck

Get your paycheck up to 2-days early when you set up direct deposit.8

Account alerts

Stay in the know with customizable alerts for deposits, withdrawals, and balances.

Joint accounts

Save together towards your shared goals by easily adding a joint account holder.

Online & mobile banking

Seamlessly access your account and manage your money on any device, 24/7.


Get up to a $300 cash bonus with direct deposit.

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Earn a $50 or $300 cash bonus with eligible direct deposit and unlock getting paid up to two days early. Terms apply.


Open an account


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    Quickly and easily open your savings account online.



  1. Apply online.

    Quickly fill out our secure online application. All you need is your personal information and a government-issued ID.

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  2. Fund your account.

    Easily link an external bank account to make your first deposit. There are no minimum deposit requirements.

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  3. Set up direct deposit.

    Unlock our highest APY with eligible direct deposit and immediately start earning on your entire balance.

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  4. Open an account

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Tools and resources to help you save:













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FAQ


What is a high yield savings account?

A high-yield savings account (HYSA) is a savings vehicle similar to a traditional savings account but pays considerably higher interest rates. As of July 2025, the national average interest rate for savings accounts was 0.38% according to the FDIC, while some HYSAs provided annual percentage yields (APYs) of 3.00% or more.



How do I open a savings account online?

You can open a SoFi Savings account by applying online with your personal information. Once approved, simply fund the account via an electronic transfer from a linked bank. To unlock the highest APY, you’ll need to set up direct deposit.


What is the minimum deposit amount to open an online savings account?

There is no minimum deposit amount to open an online savings account with SoFi.


What is the current APY for a SoFi Savings account?

The current APY for a SoFi Savings account is up to 3.60% APY. Make sure you sign up for direct deposit (or deposit at least $5,000 every 30 days) to earn the highest rate!2
There is no minimum direct deposit amount to receive the 3.60% APY.


Is SoFi’s online savings account FDIC-insured?

All SoFi Checking and Savings accounts receive industry-standard FDIC insurance of up to $250,000 per member (joint accounts are insured up to $500,000). SoFi Checking and Savings members can get additional $3M of FDIC insurance by enrolling in the SoFi Insured Deposit Program 5.


Does the SoFi online savings account have account or monthly fees?

No. SoFi Checking and Savings doesn’t charge any monthly, minimum, or maintenance fees.3



How many withdrawals can I make from my online savings account each month?

With a SoFi online savings account, there are no monthly limits on the number of withdrawals you can make. You have the flexibility to access your money as often as you need without facing the withdrawal restrictions common at many other banks.


Does the savings account come with a checking account?

Yes! When you open a high-yield savings account, you automatically get a checking account, which earns 0.50% APY1. We don’t currently offer a standalone savings account.


What is APY?

APY, or Annual Percentage Yield, represents the total interest you’ll earn over a year, including the effect of compounding interest. At SoFi, we calculate your interest daily and pay it out monthly, which helps your money grow faster.


What are Vaults?

Within your larger savings account, you can create Vaults dedicated to specific savings goals. For example, you might have a Vault dedicated to a down payment for a car, an emergency fund, or a home renovation.

You can automatically put money from debit card roundups and/or paychecks into your Vault. Simply set it and forget it.


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Put your savings to work.

Meet your goals sooner by signing up for our high-yield savings account today.


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SoFi Automated Savings

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Automatic savings

Put your savings on autopilot.

Saving money becomes second nature with SoFi Checking and Savings. Set automatic savings goals with Vaults and use Roundups to keep the change when you spend. The best part? There are no account fees or minimum deposits.


Get SoFi Checking and Savings

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Automatic savings your way.

Our Autopilot features give you lots of ways to save—without having to think about it.

Roundups

With Roundups, every time you use your SoFi debit card, we’ll round the purchase amount up to the nearest dollar and add the difference to the savings Vault you prefer.

Recurring transfers

Set up recurring transfers from an external account or between your SoFi accounts. It’s one less thing to think about.

AutoSave for paychecks

Automatically send a portion of your paycheck into your savings or a specific Vault.


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You have savings goals. SoFi Checking and Savings has Vaults.

Savings Vaults make it easy to set aside money for individual goals within your larger savings account. Create a Vault (or up to 20!) to set money aside for a new home, a vacation, or just a rainy day. Track your progress, set up recurring monthly deposits, and pay zero account fees or minimum balance fees.


Open an account


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Turn cents into automatic savings with Roundups.

Spend on your SoFi debit card and we’ll automatically round up every purchase to the nearest dollar and transfer it to one of your Vaults. It’s the easiest way to save without even thinking about it.


Open an account


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Set it, forget it, and watch your savings grow.

With SoFi Checking and Savings, meeting your financial goals doesn’t have to be stressful. Automatic savings options like recurring transfers and automatic paycheck deposits mean you can focus on the present while still building towards the future.


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All that and then some.

Not only does SoFi supercharge your savings with 9x the national savings account rate,1 it also has no account fees^ and offers access to your paycheck up to 2 days early2 with direct deposit.


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FAQs


What are SoFi Vaults?

Vaults are sections of your savings that you create to earmark money for goals, an emergency fund, or just a rainy day—while still earning the same interest rate on all your money.


How many Vaults can I have?

You can currently have up to 20 Vaults at a time.


Are there any fees or minimums to use a Vault?

No, Vaults have zero fees and no minimums. It’s all part of our goal to make SoFi a great way to spend and save.


What are Roundups?

Roundups are a way to help you save automatically—every time you spend using your SoFi debit card. When you turn on Roundups, each purchase on your SoFi debit card will be rounded up to the next whole dollar. That amount will automatically be transferred from your spending balance to the Vault you prefer.

For example, we’d round up a $1.40 purchase on your SoFi debit card to $2.00 and transfer the $0.60 difference to your Emergency Fund Vault. Purchases in whole dollar amounts, like $5.00, won’t be eligible for Roundups.

You can change your Roundup settings at any time by going to your SoFi Checking and Savings account, clicking Vaults, and clicking the Manage Roundups link.


Can I apply my Roundups to more than one Vault?

Currently, Roundups can only be applied to one Vault at a time. We know that many members want ways to save even faster, so look for more options coming later this year.


Why don’t I see a Roundup right after a purchase?

Roundups occur when a debit card purchase settles in your account. Some purchases settle immediately, others may take 1-3 days to settle, and may have a different final amount (for example, purchases with a tip).


Can I set up automatic transfers to my savings account?

Yes! Just log into your account then select the source, amount, and frequency of the transfer. It’s that easy.


How do I set up AutoSave for my paychecks?

Setting up AutoSave only takes a few seconds. Simply set a specific dollar amount or percentage of your paycheck you’d like to save. Then, we’ll automatically transfer that amount to your savings Vault every time you get paid.


Explore other online banking features:

Mobile Banking

Zelle®

Transfers

Online Bill Pay

Mobile Check Deposit

Online Banking Security

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MBA Loans | SoFi


MBA Student Loans

Student loans with
competitive rates


for MBA programs.

SoFi takes the headache out of student loans for MBAs,
so you can keep your focus on mastering the art of
business administration (and honestly, how many
people can say they mastered something?).


View your rate

Unlike with other lenders, viewing your rate with SoFi will NOT affect your credit score.


New! Cash bonus for good grades.

Up to $2502 with GPAs 3.0 or higher.


Learn more




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Here to help you pay for your MBA student loan.

We know how hard you’ve worked. Now you can pay for that hard work with premium, competitive-rate business school loans.

All online. All easy.

Finish our simple online application in minutes—and finish it even quicker for your next MBA loan or a graduate student loan with our fast track application, which will prefill your info. Plus, get access to live customer support 7 days a week.

No fees required. No fuss.

No fees required means no fees required. That means no origination fees, no late fees, and no insufficient funds fees. Period.

Competitive rates.

You’re ambitious and probably competitive–much like our rates. Our student loans with competitive rates and flexible term options for business school can help you in the next stage of your education.

Exclusive member benefits.

SoFi members can qualify for exclusive rate discounts. You’ll get access to financial advisors, networking events, and more—all at no additional cost.

MBA STUDENT LOANS

Earn and redeem points to pay down your SoFi MBA loan.

You can redeem your rewards points to pay down your SoFi student loan for your MBA. Earning rewards points is as easy as setting up bill pay, checking your credit score, and more.


Learn more

For complete Member Rewards details, read our Terms of Service.

MBA student loan rates.

Choose from competitive fixed or variable rates for business school.

Fixed

3.18% – 14.83% APR*

with all discounts

Variable

4.39% – 15.86% APR*

with all discounts


Not sure which to choose?

Learn more.→

How to apply for private MBA loans from SoFi?

  1. 1

    Apply online in just minutes.

    Get your rate fast and find out if you’re prequalified before you even finish the full application. Seamlessly add a cosigner to your MBA student loan in just a few clicks.

  2. 2

    Select your rate and repayment option.

    Choose from fixed or variable rates. Then, pick from four repayment options.

  3. 3

    Sign and accept your MBA loan.

    Upload screenshots of your info, sign your paperwork electronically, and voilà—your student loan for MBA is in the works! We’ll handle it from there.


View your rate

Checking your rate will not affect your credit score.

SoFi student MBA student loans vs. other lenders.

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View your rate


Repay MBA student loans your way.

Pick the repayment option that works for you and your budget.

Deferred

Start paying principal and interest payments on your MBA loan, six months after you graduate.

  • No payments while in school
  • Highest overall cost option

Interest only

Pay only interest payments while you’re in school.

  • Moderate payment while in school
  • Reduces overall cost

Partial

Pay a $25 fixed monthly payment while you’re in school.

  • Lowest payment option while in school
  • Reduces some of the overall cost

Immediate

Start paying principal and interest payments on your MBA student loan right away.

  • Highest payment option while in school
  • Lowest overall cost option


View MBA repayment examples

MBA student loans on your terms.

You’ve got the choice of four different term options for MBA loans. Pick the rate and schedule that feels right for you.

Interest: lowest, Monthly payment: highest, Time to pay off: lowest
Interest: mid low, Monthly payment: mid high, Time to pay off: mid low
Interest: mid high, Monthly payment: mid low, Time to pay off: mid high
Interest: highest, Monthly payment: lowest, Time to pay off: highest


View your rate

Checking your rate will not affect your credit score.


You got the job—now get the MBA.

Now you can use your job offer letter as proof of income when applying for an MBA student loan.3 As long as your start date is within 1 year, you’ll be good to go.


View your rate

MBA Loan FAQs


How long can I defer the loan? Can I defer payments until I’m done with school?
If you choose the deferred repayment option, full principal and interest payments can be deferred as long as undergraduate students remain enrolled at an eligible school at least half-time. For graduate student loans, full principal and interest payments would begin 6 months after the student graduates or drops below half-time enrollment. To learn how different repayment options can affect your monthly payment amount and what you might pay overall for the loan, check out our repayment options and examples page.


How long does the application process take? How quickly can I get my loan?

You can apply and get a credit decision within minutes. If approved, you would then need to accept your terms and electronically sign your loan documents. At that point, we send the loan application information to the school for certification. During this process, schools verify your enrollment status, academic progress, and your financial aid package. Every school has their own processes and timelines, so certification can take several days or sometimes weeks. Once we receive the certification back from the school, we’ll schedule the funds to be sent according to the school’s requested timeline. The entire process from application to actually sending the money to the school typically takes at least 4-6 weeks, but it can be shorter or longer than that depending on the school.


What information do I need to apply?

  • Social Security number or Tax Identification Number (TIN) are required from all borrowers all the time
  • Proof of income: You may be required to provide proof of income if SoFi is not able to validate it automatically. We could use something similar for gov’t id.
  • Government-issued ID
  • Student’s school information (student’s estimated graduation date and academic term)
  • Loan amount (how much you’d like to borrow)
  • Financial aid you expect to receive
  • Do you already have a private student loan with SoFi? We’ll use your past application to pre-fill as much information as possible in your new application




I don’t see my school listed in the application. What does that mean?

SoFi’s eligible school list consists of most public and private, degree-granting institutions.


See more FAQs

MBA loan resources, and more.

Got more questions about student loans for MBAs? Our online resource center covers MBA loans and more with over 500 articles, budgeting tools, and guides.








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Terms and Conditions Apply. SOFI RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR DISCONTINUE PRODUCTS AND BENEFITS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. SoFi Private Student loans are subject to program terms and restrictions, such as completion of a loan application and self-certification form, verification of application information, the student’s at least half-time enrollment in a degree program at a SoFi-participating school and, if applicable, a co-signer. In addition, borrowers must be U.S. citizens or other eligible status, be residing in the U.S., and must meet SoFi’s underwriting requirements, including verification of sufficient income to support your ability to repay. Minimum loan amount is $1,000. See SoFi.com/eligibility for more information. View MBA payment examples. View Law payment examples. Lowest rates reserved for the most creditworthy borrowers. SoFi reserves the right to modify eligibility criteria at any time. This information is subject to change. This information is current as of 12/14/25 and is subject to change.

* Interest Rates: Eligibility and Important Details. Fixed rates range from 3.18% APR to 14.83% APR with all discounts. Variable rates range from 4.39% APR to 15.86% APR with all discounts. Unless required to be lower to comply with applicable law, Variable Interest rates are capped at 17.95%. SoFi rate ranges are current as of 6/1/23 and are subject to change at any time. Your actual rate will be within the range of rates listed above and will depend on the term and type of repayment option you select, evaluation of your creditworthiness, income, presence of a co-signer (if applicable) and a variety of other factors. Lowest rates reserved for the most creditworthy borrowers. Check out our eligibility criteria at https://www.sofi.com/eligibility-criteria/. For the SoFi variable-rate product, the variable interest rate for a given month is derived by adding a margin to the 30-day average SOFR index, published two business days preceding such calendar month, rounded up to the nearest one hundredth of one percent (0.01% or 0.0001). APRs for variable-rate loans may increase after origination if the SOFR index increases. The SoFi 0.25% autopay interest rate reduction requires you to agree to make monthly principal and interest payments by an automatic monthly deduction from a savings or checking account. This benefit will discontinue and be lost for periods in which you do not pay by automatic deduction from a savings or checking account. The benefit lowers your interest rate but does not change the amount of your monthly payment. This benefit is suspended during periods of deferment and forbearance. Autopay is not required to receive a loan from SoFi.



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Law School Loans | SoFi


Law School Student Loans

Student loans with
competitive rates


for law school degrees.

SoFi takes the headache out of loans for law school, so
you can focus on, you know, the actual law school part.
Find out just how easy private loans for law school can
really be in just a few minutes.


View your rate

Unlike with other lenders, viewing your rate with SoFi will NOT affect your credit score.


New! Cash bonus for good grades.

Up to $2502 with GPAs 3.0 or higher.


Learn more




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Here to help you pay for your student loans for law school.

We know how hard you’ve worked. Now you can pay for that hard work with premium, competitive-rate law school student loans.

All online. All easy.

Fill out our simple online application in minutes—and finish it even quicker for your next law school loan with our fast track application, which will prefill your info. Plus, get access to live customer support 7 days a week.

No fees required. No fuss.

No fees required means no fees required. That means no origination fees, no late fees, and no insufficient funds fees. Period.

Competitive rates.

You’re ambitious and probably competitive–much like our rates. Our student loans with competitive rates and flexible term options for law school can help you in the next stage of your education.

Exclusive member benefits.

SoFi members can qualify for exclusive rate discounts. You’ll get access to financial advisors, networking events, and more—all at no additional cost.

LAW SCHOOL STUDENT LOANS

Earn and redeem points to pay down your SoFi law school loans.

You can redeem your rewards points to pay down your SoFi student loans for law school. Earning rewards points is as easy as setting up bill pay, checking your credit score, and more.


Learn more

For complete Member Rewards details, read our Terms of Service.

Law school student loan rates.

Choose from competitive fixed or variable rates for law school.

Fixed

3.18% – 14.83% APR*

with all discounts

Variable

4.39% – 15.86% APR*

with all discounts


Not sure which to choose?

Learn more.→

How to apply for private law school loans from SoFi.

  1. 1

    Apply online in just minutes.

    Get your rate fast and find out if you’re prequalified before you even finish the full application. Seamlessly add a cosigner to your law school student loan in just a few clicks.

  2. 2

    Select your rate and repayment option.

    Choose from fixed or variable rates. Then, pick from four repayment options.

  3. 3

    Sign and accept your law school loan.

    Upload screenshots of your info, sign your paperwork electronically, and voilà—your student loan for law school is in the works! We’ll handle it from there.


View your rate

Checking your rate will not affect your credit score.

SoFi law school student loans vs. other lenders.

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View your rate


Repay law school loans your way.

Pick the repayment option that works for you and your budget.

Deferred

Start paying principal and interest payments on your law school loan, six months after you graduate.

  • No payments while in school
  • Highest overall cost option

Interest only

Pay only interest payments while you’re in law school.

  • Moderate payment while in school
  • Reduces overall cost

Partial

Pay a $25 fixed monthly payment while you’re in law school.

  • Lowest payment option while in school
  • Reduces some of the overall cost

Immediate

Start paying principal and interest payments on your student loan for law school right away.

  • Highest payment option while in school
  • Lowest overall cost option


View Law repayment examples

Student loans for law school on your terms.

You’ve got the choice of four different term options for law school loans. Pick the rate and schedule that feels right for you.

Interest: lowest, Monthly payment: highest, Time to pay off: lowest
Interest: mid low, Monthly payment: mid high, Time to pay off: mid low
Interest: mid high, Monthly payment: mid low, Time to pay off: mid high
Interest: highest, Monthly payment: lowest, Time to pay off: highest


View your rate

Checking your rate will not affect your credit score.


You got the job—now get the law degree.

Now you can use your job offer letter as proof of income when applying for a law school loan.3 As long as your start date is within 1 year, you’ll be good to go.


View your rate

Law School Loan FAQs


Can I defer payments until I’m done with law school?
If you choose the deferred repayment option, full principal and interest payments can be deferred as long as undergraduate students remain enrolled at an eligible school at least half-time. For graduate student loans, full principal and interest payments would begin 6 months after the student graduates or drops below half-time enrollment. To learn how different repayment options can affect your monthly payment amount and what you might pay overall for the loan, check out our repayment options and examples page.


How long does it take to get a law school loan?

You can apply and get a credit decision within minutes. If approved, you would then need to accept your terms and electronically sign your loan documents. At that point, we send the loan application information to the school for certification. During this process, schools verify your enrollment status, academic progress, and your financial aid package. Every school has their own processes and timelines, so certification can take several days or sometimes weeks. Once we receive the certification back from the school, we’ll schedule the funds to be sent according to the school’s requested timeline. The entire process from application to actually sending the money to the school typically takes at least 4-6 weeks, but it can be shorter or longer than that depending on the school.



Can law school student loans be used for living expenses?

Yes, both federal and private law school student loans can typically be used to cover certain living expenses while you are enrolled. This may include costs such as housing, food, transportation, books, and supplies in addition to tuition and fees. Each lender and loan program sets its own rules, so it is important to review your loan terms carefully and borrow only what you need to manage both academic and personal expenses responsibly.



When should I apply for law school loans?

The timing of a law school loan application can depend on factors such as your school’s tuition deadlines, the financial aid you receive, and the lender’s processing requirements. Reviewing your options and understanding these timelines can help ensure funding is available when needed.


What information do I need to apply for a private law school loan?

  • Social Security number or Tax Identification Number (TIN) are required from all borrowers all the time
  • Proof of income: You may be required to provide proof of income if SoFi is not able to validate it automatically. We could use something similar for gov’t id.
  • Government-issued ID
  • Student’s school information (student’s estimated graduation date and academic term)
  • Loan amount (how much you’d like to borrow)
  • Financial aid you expect to receive
  • Do you already have a private student loan with SoFi? We’ll use your past application to pre-fill as much information as possible in your new application




I don’t see my school listed in the application. What does that mean?

SoFi’s eligible school list consists of most public and private, degree-granting institutions.



What are the resources available to help me repay my private law school loans?

There are a number of law school loan forgiveness and repayment options. Below are some of the most widely used programs.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) is a program that allows your loans to be forgiven if you work in a qualifying public service field and make 120 consecutive qualifying monthly payments over 10 years. Income-driven Repayment Plans (IDR) sets your monthly student loan payment based on your income and family size. State Loan Repayment Assistance Programs is another option, where the specifics of the repayment assistance programs vary from school to school.

You can find more information on law school loan forgiveness resources and options here.



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