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Student Loan Calculator

Calculate monthly payments and total interest for your student loan under standard or extended repayment. Use this Loans and credit tool to enter your numbers, review the result, and understand the key assumptions before making the next decision.

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A focused calculator, clear explanation, common questions, and useful next tools.
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How this calculator works
The result depends on the numbers you enter and the assumptions shown below.

Student loans are typically amortized with fixed monthly payments. The standard repayment term is 10 years for federal loans, but income-driven and extended plans can stretch to 20–25 years.

Review the inputs carefully and treat the output as an estimate. For decisions involving money, taxes, health, law, or security, compare the result with trusted professional guidance when needed.

Frequently asked questions

Should I pay off student loans early?

Paying extra reduces total interest significantly. Federal loans also allow penalty-free prepayment.