We’ve put together a library of essential resources (like how-to guides, comparisons, and calculators) to help you make better choices when it comes to refinancing student loans. And keep an eye out—we’re always adding more.
Honestly the most best experience ever for a refinance of a federal parent plus loan in my time. I've done 3 of them so I have all kinds of personal experience and i wouldn't recommend you going anywhere else but EARNEST!!!!!! THAT'S THE TRUTH...Hands down.
Lesa S. - Mechanicsburg, PA
Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg, Associates
Saved me a lot of money
Application process was straightforward and quick. Had a little trouble submitting the correct tax documents but it was well worth the effort as Earnest saved me many thousands of dollars over my previous student loan.
George K. - Evergreen, CO
Whittier College, JD
Extremely easy and efficient
I have been trying to refinance my student loans for a few months now, finding it quite difficult because of the approval process. With Earnest, it took all but a few minutes and I was approved. The customer service is probably the most friendly customer service I have ever dealt with. I would definitely give this company a shot if I was looking to refinance student loans.
We look for clients who have a strong history of financial responsibility, which can show itself in many ways. For example, some clients may have a limited credit history, but present healthy savings patterns and a career with strong earning potential.
The sooner you refinance, the more you could save. The longer you hold your loan at a higher rate, the more interest you are accruing—even if you are in a grace period. That being said, you must be employed or possess a job offer to be eligible to refinance with Earnest. The more your financial situation has improved since you took out the loans originally, the better your refinancing offer will be.
Once you’re approved, you are automatically approved for the total eligible student loan amount listed on your credit report. When you’re ready to accept your loan, you can choose to refinance less than the requested amount (as long as it’s above $5,000) or up to 105% of your approved amount.
Absolutely. When considering refinancing your federal student loans, it is important to review the current protections and benefits you are granted with those loans, and understand which of those you may be giving up when refinancing with a private lender like Earnest.
Personalized payment plans for extra savings. Variable rates start at 2.47% APR with autopay.
Explanation of Rates “With Autopay”
Rates shown include 0.25% APR reduction when client agrees to make monthly principal and interest payments by automatic electronic payment. Use of autopay is not required to receive an Earnest loan.
Explanation of Precision Pricing™ Savings
Savings calculations are based on refinancing $121,825 in student loans at an existing loan servicer’s interest rate of 7.5% fixed APR with 10 years, 6 months remaining on the loan term. The other lender’s savings and APR (light green line) represent what would happen if those loans were refinanced at the other lender’s best fixed APRs. The Earnest savings and APR (white line) represent refinancing those loans at Earnest’s best fixed APRs.
Savings is computed as the difference between the future scheduled payments on the existing loans and payments on new Earnest and “other lender” loans. The calculation assumes on-time loan payments, no change in interest rates, and no prepayment of loans.
Individuals portrayed as Earnest clients on this site are actual clients and were compensated for their participation.