Earnest – Apply for a Loan

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Maximum Amount $250,000 USD
APR from 4.39%
Term 60 – 180 mo.
Funds in 1-3 business days
Apply on the Official Earnest Website ad

Applying does not obligate you to accept a loan offer. Loans are approved by Earnest subject to eligibility and terms.

Contact Information

Company Earnest Operations LLC
Address 303 2nd Street, Suite 401N, San Francisco, CA 94107

Earnest – Repayment Schedule

Estimated monthly payments at APR 4.39%. Actual payment is determined at loan approval.

Amount \ Term 60 mo. 84 mo. 120 mo.
$10,000 USD $185.93 $138.49 $103.11
$20,000 USD $371.86 $276.98 $206.22
$30,000 USD $557.79 $415.47 $309.33
$40,000 USD $743.72 $553.96 $412.44
$50,000 USD $929.65 $692.45 $515.54
$60,000 USD $1,115.58 $830.94 $618.65

Representative Example

Loan Amount $5,500 USD
Repayment Term 60 months
APR 4.39%
Monthly Payment $102.26
Total Interest Cost $635.70
Total Amount Payable $6,135.70

* This example is for illustrative purposes. APR includes the interest rate and any applicable fees. Actual terms are determined upon signing the loan agreement.

Quick Overview

Loan Amount $1,000 USD – $250,000 USD
Term 60 – 180 months
APR from 4.39%
Approval 1-3 business days
Eligible Age 18+ years
Online Application Yes

Eligibility Requirements

  • ✓ Age 18+ years
  • ✓ US citizen or permanent resident
  • ✓ Enrolled at least half-time at eligible school
  • ✓ Credit score 650+ or eligible cosigner
  • ✓ Verifiable income (refi)

Loan Features

  • Student loans + refinancing
  • 9-month grace period
  • No fees
  • Cosigner release option
  • Skip-a-payment once a year