The average interest rate on 10-year fixed-rate private student loans increased last week. For many borrowers, that means rates continue to be low enough to make private student loans a decent option, ...

Student loan rates have continued to hold steady over the last week. As of March 17, 2026, private student loan lenders are offering fixed rates as low as 2.65% APR and variable rates starting as low ...

Student loan refinance rates have held relatively steady to start the month of March. As of March 12, 2026, student loan refinance lenders are offering fixed rates as low as 3.67% APR and variable ...

Rates on 10-year fixed-rate private student loans jumped up last week. Despite the rise, if you're interested in getting a private student loan, you can still get a relatively low rate. Private Studen ...

You can refinance both federal student loans and private student loans, but one is riskier than the other. When you refinance ...

Federal student loan interest rates hit record lows on July 1. But those rates are still higher than what some private lenders are offering. More From NerdWallet Ryan Lane is a writer at NerdWallet.

Borrowing money to pay for college is a decision that students and their families shouldn’t take lightly. The best lenders guide borrowers through the financing process, helping them secure the right ...

Underlying variable-rate loans were underwritten to the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) Term SOFR or the average SOFR. Also, SMB 2026-A will not hedge the rated notes or the student loans in the ...

A parent asked whether their child should take out student loans for their dream school. Here's how to balance college dreams ...

Determine the best strategy to pay off student loans by weighing loan type, interest rates, and repayment terms. Learn why prioritizing private loans often makes sense.