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Bankrate student loan reviews

Choosing a student loan lender that’s right for your individual needs can be difficult in a market with so many options. In order to find a lending institution you trust, browse our expansive and consistently updated list of lender reviews. Whether you’re looking for low interest rates, a specific loan type or flexible repayment terms, here you’ll find ratings, full reviews and a description of each lender’s distinctive qualities to help guide your decision.

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4.6
Rating: 4.6 stars out of 5
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Federal student loans are the best choice for most students.
3.5
Rating: 3.5 stars out of 5
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Edly's income-based loans are best for students who don't need to borrow much.
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Stride's income-share agreements come with a wealth of career resources.
3.5
Rating: 3.5 stars out of 5
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Only graduate students are eligible for a student loan with Prodigy Finance.
3.3
Rating: 3.3 stars out of 5
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MPOWER is best for international students who don't have a U.S. co-signer.
4.1
Rating: 4.1 stars out of 5
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Credible is a comparison site that lets you get prequalified with multiple lenders.
3.5
Rating: 3.5 stars out of 5
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Consider Funding U if you have high grades and minimal borrowing needs.
4
Rating: 4 stars out of 5
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Custom Choice is best for independent borrowers who have excellent credit.
4.4
Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5
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U-fi From Nelnet specializes in private student loans with low interest rates.
4
Rating: 4 stars out of 5
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Splash Financial partners with lenders to offer student loans with low rates.
4.7
Rating: 4.7 stars out of 5
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SoFi is an online lender that offers student loan refinancing, parent loans and private student loans for undergraduates and graduates.
4.3
Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
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Sallie Mae's educational resources set it apart as a student loan lender.
4
Rating: 4 stars out of 5
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RISLA mimics some of the best benefits of federal student loans.
4.3
Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
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PNC's interest rates are low, but so are loan limits.
3.7
Rating: 3.7 stars out of 5
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NaviRefi's student loan refinancing is available for current Navient customers.
3.8
Rating: 3.8 stars out of 5
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LendKey allows borrowers to compare multiple student loan offers at once.
4.8
Rating: 4.8 stars out of 5
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Laurel Road's student loans and refinancing products cater to health care workers.
3.8
Rating: 3.8 stars out of 5
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EDvestinU offers benefits for students who live or attend school in New Hampshire.
4.3
Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
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Education Loan Finance loans have strict eligibility requirements but low rates.
4.5
Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
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Earnest's many repayment options makes it a good option for student loan borrowers.
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4.4
Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5
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Low rates, no fees and rewards for maintaining good grades make Discover’s student loans worth consideration.
4.4
Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5
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Low rates, flexible repayment options and dedicated borrower resources make College Ave a heavy competitor in the space.
4.4
Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5
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Competitive interest rates, multiyear approval and rate-reduction opportunities make Citizens Bank a big contender in the student loan space.
4.5
Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
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You may qualify for an Ascent student loan even if you don't have a co-signer.
3
Rating: 3 stars out of 5
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A.M. Money offers unique merit-based loans; unfortunately, its reach is limited.
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