Student Loan Refinance Calculator

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Refinancing your student loans to a lower interest rate can save thousands of dollars over the life of your loan. This calculator compares your current loan payment against a refinanced payment, showing you exact monthly savings and total savings over the full loan term.

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Results

New Monthly Payment

434.11

$

Current Monthly Payment

464.43

$

Monthly Savings

30.33

$

Total Savings Over Loan Term

3,639.46

$

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Formula

Monthly Payment = P × [r(1+r)^n] / [(1+r)^n − 1] Total Savings = (Current Payment − New Payment) × Number of Payments

How to Use This Calculator

How to Use

  1. 1

    Enter your current student loan balance.

  2. 2

    Enter your current interest rate and the new rate you've been offered.

  3. 3

    Set the loan term in years for the refinanced loan.

  4. 4

    Compare your monthly payment savings and total savings over the full term.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the downsides of refinancing federal loans?

Refinancing federal loans with a private lender converts them to private loans, making you ineligible for IBR, PSLF, deferment, forbearance, and federal forgiveness programs. Consider carefully before refinancing.

How much of a rate reduction makes refinancing worthwhile?

Even a 1% rate reduction can save thousands on a large balance. However, factor in origination fees, the loss of federal protections, and whether a lower rate is actually achievable given your credit score.
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About This Calculator

This calculator uses the formula: Monthly Payment = P × [r(1+r)^n] / [(1+r)^n − 1] Total Savings = (Current Payment − New Payment) × Number of Payments. All calculations follow industry-standard methods. Results are estimates — always verify with a licensed professional for structural or code-compliant work.

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