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Last-minute guide to student loan consolidation

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Did the dog eat your application? No excuses! Bankrate tells you how to get a less-punishing interest rate for student loans.

You've been hearing for months that it's a good idea to consolidate your student loans. That's still true, but now time is running short. You've got until June 30. Bankrate's guide will see you through the process.

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Compare Student Loan Rates



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Student Loan Averages
Product Rate +/- Last week
Stafford Loan Rate-in school 6.80%
6.80%
Stafford Loan Rate-after school 6.80%
6.80%
Plus Loan Rate 8.50%
8.50%
30K FICO-based Home Equity Loan 6.43%
6.28%
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