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How to choose a private student loan lender

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How to choose a private student loan lender

Learn how to compare private student loans, from interest rates to customer service. Find out how to make the best choice with tips from Discover Student Loans.

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What you need to know about federal student loans

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Oct 20, 2023

What you need to know about federal student loans

What you need to know about federal student loans

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5 min. Read

Discover Student Loans provides key information about the different types of federal student loans, borrowing limits, considerations, and how to apply.

What is capitalized interest on a student loan?

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Jul 12, 2023

What is capitalized interest on a student loan?

What is capitalized interest on a student loan?

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4 min. Read

Take a closer look at what capitalized interest is with Discover Student Loans. Learn how capitalized interest works, how it can affect you, and how to avoid it.

How much are private student loan interest rates?

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May 12, 2023

How much are private student loan interest rates?

How much are private student loan interest rates?

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4 min. Read

Knowing what determines private student loan interest rates can help you save. Learn about APR, fixed vs. variable interest rates, & more with Discover Student Loans.

What is a parent PLUS loan?

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Apr 12, 2023

What is a parent PLUS loan?

What is a parent PLUS loan?

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4 min. Read

Discover Student Loans provides information about parent PLUS loans, including what they are, how they work, who is eligible, interest rates, and how to apply.

What can student loans be used for?

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Nov 21, 2022

What can student loans be used for?

What can student loans be used for?

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5 min. Read

Student loans can pay for more than tuition. They can also cover housing, meals, and more! Read more about what counts on Discover Student Loans.

Understanding student loan interest rates

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Nov 20, 2022

Understanding student loan interest rates

Understanding student loan interest rates

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5 min. Read

Unpack student loan interest rates with Discover Student Loans. Learn the differences between fixed and variable rates and the importance of interest rates when evaluating your loans.

Tips for using student loans for off-campus housing

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Aug 19, 2022

Tips for using student loans for off-campus housing

Tips for using student loans for off-campus housing

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2 min. Read

Planning to live off campus? You can use student loans to pay for rent and cover other off-campus housing expenses such as utilities, transportation, and more.

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