Feb 17, 2021
A Guide To Evaluating Student Loans
When evaluating student loan options you should consider a number of factors. Fees, interest rates, monthly payment, and total loan costs should be considered.
College Loans 101
College loans are designed to cover the gap between cost of attendance and other financial aid. Learn about the differences between private and federal loans and how to evaluate the best student loan option for you.
What Do Student Loans Cover?
Find out what student loans cover and how they might help you pay for college. Learn how student loans may help cover the cost of housing, books and other necessary expenses.
Five Things You Should Pay for With Student Loans (And 5 You Shouldn't)
Student loans can cover more than just tuition. Learn what you can pay for using a student loan. Find useful tips on what can you use a student loan for and what your student loan should not cover.
Understanding Student Loan Interest Rates
Understanding student loan rates are important when evaluating student loans. Learn about differences between fixed interest rates and variable interest rates.
Feb 09, 2021
What Do Student Loans Cover?
Find out what student loans cover and how they might help you pay for college. Learn how student loans may help cover the cost of housing, books and other necessary expenses.
Feb 09, 2021
What You Need to Know About Student Loan Refunds
Did you get a student loan refund? Before rushing out to spend it all, find out the best way to use your student loan refund to avoid costly mistakes.
Feb 07, 2021
Making Student Loan Payments While You're Still in School
Save money on your student loan by making payments while you're still in school. Learn more about payment options at Discover Student Loans.
Feb 07, 2021
Five Things You Should Pay for With Student Loans (And 5 You Shouldn't)
Student loans can cover more than just tuition. Learn what you can pay for using a student loan. Find useful tips on what can you use a student loan for and what your student loan should not cover.
Feb 01, 2021
Private Student Loan Interest Rates
Understanding what determines interest rates for private student loans can help you make an informed borrowing decision. Learn more about what determines interest rates.
Oct 07, 2020
4 Smart Tips for Comparing Student Loan Interest Rates
The advertised interest rate for student loans can be confusing. Here are four tips that can help you compare interest rates.
Aug 17, 2020
The College Loan Application Process
Learn about the ways the application process for private vs federal student loans differs.
Jul 28, 2020
Determine How Much to Borrow
Follow easy steps to help you determine how much you need to borrow in student loans from Discover Student Loans.
Jul 27, 2020
What is a Direct Stafford Loan?
Learn what a Direct Stafford Loan is and the differences between subsidized and unsubsidized federal loans. Find out more about this most common federal student loan.
Jul 17, 2020
Understanding Student Loan Interest Rates
Understanding student loan rates are important when evaluating student loans. Learn about differences between fixed interest rates and variable interest rates.
Mar 07, 2019
My Biggest Student Loan Regrets
It's important to understand the ins and outs of student loans before applying. Discover Student Loans provides advice for avoiding common student loan regrets.
Sep 06, 2018
How I Reduced How Much I Needed to Borrow in Student Loans
Student loan payments can be ongoing and expensive. Discover Student Loans shares one student's story on how she borrowed less for college.
Feb 08, 2018
Consider Federal Student Loans
Find helpful information about the different federal student loan options for college. Compare federal and private loans and choose the loan that best fit your needs.
Jul 13, 2017
Are Making In-School Payments Worth It?
Making small monthly payments can make a difference because it helps offset the interest that accrues. Here's how to make in-school payments.
Jun 23, 2016
How Bar Exam Loans Help Law School Graduates Take Their Next Step
Do you know what a bar exam loan is and what it covers? Learn how to pay for the bar exam with a private student loan.
Oct 08, 2015
Compare Private Student Loans
Consider these features to help with research and student loan comparison. Learn how to compare private student loans at Discover.com.
Jul 08, 2015
5 Things to Do Before Taking Out a Student Loan
Here are five steps to consider before you take out a student loan to help pay for college.