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Are Student Loans Secured or Unsecured? All You Need to Know
Learn whether student loans are secured or unsecured and the difference between the two types of loans.
Rebecca Safier
Updated March 30, 2026
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Average Time to Pay Off Student Loans: How Long Does It Take?
How long does it take to pay off student loans? Learn about the average time to pay off student loans depending on type, interest rate, amount, etc.
Nancy Bilyeau
August 4, 2023
6 min read
APR vs Interest Rate for Student Loans
When applying for student loans, there are different terms for how much you'll spend on interest. Learn the differences between APR vs interest rate loans here.
Nancy Bilyeau
August 4, 2023
5 min read
Can You Refinance Federal Student Loans?
Thinking about refinancing your federal student loans? We explain the process, what the pros and cons are, and the other options available to you.
Nancy Bilyeau
August 4, 2023
6 min read
Student Loan Interest: How Much Interest Should You Expect to Pay on Student Loans?
Interest rates on student loans are important for understanding which type of loans to get. Learn more about the average student loan interest rate today.
Nancy Bilyeau
August 4, 2023
6 min read
Student Loan Debt and the Racial Wealth Gap
The racial wealth gap is the economic inequalities of wealth based on race. Learn more about the impacts the racial wealth gap has on student loans.
Sulaiman Abdur-Rahman
August 4, 2023
6 min read
All You Need to Know About Graduate School Student Loan Refinancing
Grad students can end up with more student loan debt than undergrads. Learn from Lantern all you need to know about refinancing graduate school loans.
Rebecca Safier
August 4, 2023
7 min read
Pell Grant Eligibility: What You Need to Finance Your Education
Looking to get financial aid for college with Pell Grants? Learn what a Federal Pell Grant is, eligibility, how to apply and how to receive the aid.
Rebecca Safier
August 4, 2023
7 min read
Does Refinancing Student Loans Hurt Your Credit?
Refinancing your student loans can affect your credit score. Here's what to expect and what you can do about it.
Nancy Bilyeau
August 3, 2023
6 min read
Student Loan Forbearance vs Deferment
Forbearance and deferment are two different options for pausing payment on student loans. Learn about forbearance vs deferment and how they work.
Chris Alexis
August 3, 2023
9 min read
Guide to Deferring Student Loans When Going Back to School
Going back to school and paying student loans can be tough. Deferment can help you delay repayment. Read on to learn how it works, plus the pros and cons.
Melissa Brock
August 3, 2023
7 min read
Credit Score Needed to Refinance Student Loans: Here's What You Should Know
What credit score is needed to refinance student loans? Learn more from Lantern about the minimum credit score needed to refinance student loans.
Rebecca Safier
August 3, 2023
8 min read
Removing Student Loans From Your Credit Report
Student loans on your credit report can sometimes hurt your credit. Learn when and how to get them off your report, as well as the pros and cons of doing so.
Rebecca Safier
August 3, 2023
9 min read
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