Student Loan Calculator
Calculate your monthly student loan payment, see how much interest you'll pay, and visualize your complete amortization schedule. Use this free calculator to plan your loan repayment strategy and discover how extra payments can save you thousands in interest.
Loan Details
Amortization Schedule
| Date | Your Payment | Principal Paid | Interest Paid | Total Interest Paid | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Click "Calculate Payment" to generate schedule | |||||
How the Student Loan Calculator Works
This calculator uses the standard amortization formula to determine your monthly student loan payment. The calculation takes into account your loan amount (principal), interest rate (APR), and loan term to compute a fixed monthly payment that will fully repay your loan over the specified period.
Monthly Interest Rate:
\( r = \frac{APR}{100 \times 12} \)
Number of Payments:
\( n = \text{term in months} \)
Monthly Payment Formula:
\( PMT = \frac{L \times r \times (1+r)^n}{(1+r)^n - 1} \)
Where L is the loan amount and PMT is your monthly payment.
With Extra Payments:
\( L_{t+1} = L_t - (PMT - I_t) - Extra \)
Extra payments reduce your principal balance faster, shortening your payoff time and reducing total interest paid.
The calculator also accounts for origination fees and other upfront costs. You can choose whether the origination fee is capitalized (added to your loan balance) or paid upfront separately.
Tips to Reduce Your Student Loan Interest
- Make Extra Payments: Even small additional payments can significantly reduce your total interest and shorten your loan term. Try adding $50-$100 extra each month.
- Choose a Shorter Loan Term: While this increases your monthly payment, you'll pay substantially less interest over the life of the loan.
- Refinance for a Lower Rate: If you have good credit, refinancing to a lower interest rate can save thousands of dollars.
- Make Bi-Weekly Payments: Instead of one monthly payment, make half-payments every two weeks. You'll make an extra month's payment each year.
- Pay More Than the Minimum: Always specify that extra payments should go toward the principal, not future interest.
Frequently Asked Questions
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