Introduction

As of August 15, 2025, students and parents exploring student loan options can find some of the most attractive rates at credit unions across the country. For those seeking fixed-rate undergraduate loans, programs from Achieva, Affinity, American Heritage, and others offer competitive APRs starting as low as 2.89%, making it an excellent time to consider financing your education with predictable payments. Graduate students have access to similarly strong offers, with fixed graduate school loans beginning at 2.89% APR as well. For parents looking to support their children’s education, Ascent Funding Credit Union provides a variety of credit-based parent loans starting at 5.10% fixed APR, presenting viable options for cosigned or non-cosigned programs. Variable rate loans remain available too, with some medical and dental school variable loans starting at just 4.34% APR through select credit unions like Ascent and Achieva. Rates have largely held steady over the past month, so borrowers can feel confident in the stability of these offers today.

New - Student Loans

Credit Union
Product
2025-08-15
(Current Day)
2025-08-08
(7 Days Ago)
2025-07-31
(15 Days Ago)
2025-07-16
(30 Days Ago)
2025-07-01
(45 Days Ago)
2025-06-16
(60 Days Ago)
2025-05-17
(90 Days Ago)
Texas Extra Credit Education Loan (fixed)
2.74 - 6.89
2.74 - 6.89
2.74 - 6.89
2.74 - 6.89
2.74 - 6.89
Cosigned Credit-Based Loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.41
Cosigned Credit-Based Loan (variable)
4.34 - 14.75
Parent Credit-Based Loan (fixed)
5.10 - 15.61
Parent Credit-Based Loan (variable)
5.54 - 15.25
Non-Cosigned Credit-Based Loan (variable)
8.24 - 13.60
Non-Cosigned Credit-Based Loan (fixed)
8.29 - 13.76
Non-Cosigned Outcomes-Based Loan (variable)
12.89 - 14.84
Non-Cosigned Outcomes-Based Loan (fixed)
12.98 - 14.93
Medical school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
Dental school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
MBA loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Health professions loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Law school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Graduate school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Undergraduate student loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.49
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
Career training loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.64
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
Medical school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
Dental school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
Law school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
MBA loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Health professions loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Graduate school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Undergraduate student loan (variable)
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
Career training loan (variable)
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
Medical school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
Dental school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
MBA loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Health professions loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Law school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Graduate school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Undergraduate student loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.49
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
Career training loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.64
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
Medical school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
Dental school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
Law school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
MBA loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Health professions loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Graduate school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Undergraduate student loan (variable)
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
Career training loan (variable)
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
Medical residency loan (fixed)
6.40 - 11.89
6.40 - 11.89
6.40 - 11.89
Dental residency loan (fixed)
6.40 - 11.89
6.40 - 11.89
6.40 - 11.89
Medical residency loan (variable)
7.00 - 12.45
7.00 - 12.45
7.00 - 12.45
Dental residency loan (variable)
7.00 - 12.45
7.00 - 12.45
7.00 - 12.45
Bar exam loan (fixed)
7.01 - 15.26
7.01 - 15.26
7.01 - 15.26
Bar exam loan (variable)
7.13 - 16.74
7.13 - 16.74
7.13 - 16.74
Medical school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
3.19 - 14.98 30 bps
Dental school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
3.19 - 14.98 30 bps
MBA loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
3.19 - 14.99 30 bps
Health professions loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
3.19 - 14.99 30 bps
Law school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
3.19 - 14.99 30 bps
Graduate school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
3.19 - 14.99 30 bps
Undergraduate student loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.49
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
3.19 - 16.99 30 bps
Career training loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.64
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
3.19 - 17.18 30 bps
Medical school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
Dental school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
Law school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
MBA loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Health professions loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Graduate school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Undergraduate student loan (variable)
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.49
Career training loan (variable)
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 16.73
Medical school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
Dental school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
MBA loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Health professions loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Law school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Graduate school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Undergraduate student loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.49
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
Career training loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.64
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
Medical school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
Dental school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
Law school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
MBA loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Health professions loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Graduate school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Undergraduate student loan (variable)
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
Career training loan (variable)
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
Medical school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
3.19 - 14.98 30 bps
Dental school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
3.19 - 14.98 30 bps
MBA loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
3.19 - 14.99 30 bps
Health professions loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Law school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
3.19 - 14.99 30 bps
Graduate school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
3.19 - 14.99 30 bps
Undergraduate student loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.49
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
Career training loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.64
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
Medical school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
Dental school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
Law school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
MBA loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Health professions loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Graduate school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Undergraduate student loan (variable)
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
Career training loan (variable)
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
Medical school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
Dental school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
MBA loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Health professions loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Law school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Graduate school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Undergraduate student loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.49
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
Career training loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.64
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
Medical school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
Dental school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
Law school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
MBA loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Health professions loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Graduate school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Undergraduate student loan (variable)
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
Career training loan (variable)
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
Medical School Loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
3.19 - 14.98 30 bps
Dental School Loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
3.19 - 14.98 30 bps
MBA Loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
3.19 - 14.99 30 bps
Graduate School Loan for Health Professions (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
3.19 - 14.99 30 bps
Law School Loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
3.19 - 14.99 30 bps
Graduate School Loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Undergraduate Student Loans (fixed)
2.89 - 17.49
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
3.19 - 16.99 30 bps
Career Training Loans (fixed)
2.89 - 17.64
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
Medical School Loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
Dental School Loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
Law School Loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
MBA Loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Graduate School Loan for Health Professions (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Graduate School Loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Undergraduate Student Loans (variable)
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.49
Career Training Loans (variable)
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
Medical school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
Dental school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.98
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
2.99 - 14.98 10 bps
MBA loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Health professions loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Law school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Graduate school loan (fixed)
2.89 - 14.99
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
2.99 - 14.99 10 bps
Undergraduate student loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.49
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
2.99 - 17.49 10 bps
Career training loan (fixed)
2.89 - 17.64
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
2.99 - 17.64 10 bps
Medical school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
4.37 - 13.96
Dental school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
Law school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
4.37 - 13.97
MBA loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Health professions loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Graduate school loan (variable)
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
4.37 - 13.98
Undergraduate student loan (variable)
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
4.37 - 16.99
Career training loan (variable)
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
4.37 - 17.18
Medical residency loan (fixed)
6.40 - 11.89
Dental residency loan (fixed)
6.40 - 11.89
Medical residency loan (variable)
7.00 - 12.45
Dental residency loan (variable)
7.00 - 12.45
Bar exam loan (fixed)
7.01 - 15.26
Bar exam loan (variable)
7.13 - 16.74

EECU CREDIT UNION

As of August 15, 2025, the Eecu Texas Extra Credit Education Loan (fixed) maintains a stable APR range of 2.74% to 6.89%, showing no change over the past 30 days. This consistency makes it one of the most competitive fixed-rate student loan options available today. Borrowers seeking predictable payments should consider this loan, especially if your current rates exceed 7%. With no recent rate increases, now is an ideal time for students and parents to explore this affordable financing solution for education costs.

ASCENT FUNDING CREDIT UNION

As of August 15, 2025, Ascent Funding Credit Union offers competitive new student loans with fixed APRs starting as low as 2.89% for Cosigned Credit-Based Loans, the lowest available option today. Variable rates for cosigned loans range from 4.34% to 14.75%, while Parent Credit-Based Loans start at 5.10% (fixed) and 5.54% (variable). Non-cosigned loans carry higher rates, with fixed options beginning at 8.29% and outcomes-based loans starting near 12.89%. Since these are new products, no rate trends are available yet. Borrowers with rates above 8% should compare these options to secure more affordable financing today.

ACHIEVA CREDIT UNION

As of August 15, 2025, Achieva Credit Union’s new student loan rates remain steady, with fixed APRs for medical, dental, MBA, and law school loans holding at 2.89% - 14.99%, down slightly from 2.99% a week ago. Variable rates also stay unchanged, starting at 4.37% across programs. The most competitive fixed rates are seen in professional school loans at 2.89% APR, ideal for borrowers seeking predictable payments. Undergraduate and career training loans offer higher maximum APRs up to 17.64% variable, so consider locking in fixed rates if your current rate exceeds 8%.

AFFINITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

As of August 15, 2025, Affinity’s new student loan rates remain steady across all products compared to the past 30 days. Fixed loans for Medical, Dental, MBA, Health Professions, Law, and Graduate programs hold a competitive range of 2.89% to 14.99% APR, unchanged from last week. Notably, Undergraduate and Career Training fixed loans start as low as 2.89% with caps up to 17.64% APR. Variable rates also remain stable, starting at 4.37% APR across most programs. For borrowers seeking affordability and predictability, fixed-rate loans offer attractive entry points below 3% APR. If your current rate exceeds 8%, exploring these new options could be beneficial.

AMERICAN HERITAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

As of August 15, 2025, American Heritage’s fixed student loan rates dropped by 10 bps over the past week and 30 bps over 30 days, now ranging from 2.89% to 17.64% APR. Notably, fixed medical, dental, MBA, and law school loans all start at a low 2.89% APR, offering highly competitive options for borrowers. Variable rates remained steady, with undergraduate variable loans holding at 4.37% - 16.99% APR after a slight increase last month. Borrowers seeking stability should consider fixed loans, especially if current rates exceed these ranges, to lock in today’s attractive terms.

APPLE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

As of August 15, 2025, Apple Credit Union’s fixed-rate student loans have decreased slightly from last week, now starting at 2.89% APR across all programs, down from 2.99%. Variable rates remain steady, with undergraduate variable loans ranging from 4.37% to 16.99% APR. The most competitive options are the fixed medical, dental, and MBA loans at just 2.89% APR, offering strong affordability for specialized degrees. Borrowers seeking stability should consider fixed rates, especially if current rates exceed 8%. For flexible repayment, variable loans remain consistent but may carry higher maximum APRs.

BELLCO CREDIT UNION

As of August 15, 2025, Bellco’s new student loan rates show steady improvements. Fixed rates for Medical, Dental, MBA, Law, and Graduate school loans have decreased by about 10 bps over the past week and 30 bps over 30 days, now starting as low as 2.89% APR. Variable loans remain stable with starting rates at 4.37% APR across programs. Notably, Undergraduate fixed loans offer competitive low rates beginning at 2.89%, unchanged but attractive compared to recent months. Borrowers with rates above 8% should explore Bellco’s offerings for potential savings on education financing.

BLUE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

As of August 15, 2025, Blue’s new student loan rates hold steady, with fixed rates for programs like Medical, Dental, MBA, and Law school loans at a low 2.89% starting APR, unchanged from last week but down 10 bps from 15 days ago. Variable rates remain consistent as well, starting at 4.37% across graduate and professional programs. The most competitive fixed rates are for Medical and Dental loans at 2.89% APR, ideal for borrowers seeking predictable payments. Undergraduate fixed loans range up to 17.49%, so consider refinancing if your current rate exceeds 8% to access more affordable financing options.

CALIFORNIA COAST CREDIT UNION

As of August 15, 2025, California Coast’s new fixed student loan rates have improved slightly, with all fixed programs—Medical, Dental, MBA, Graduate Health Professions, Law, and Undergraduate Loans—dropping by about 10 bps compared to 7 days ago and around 30 bps over 30 days. Notably, fixed undergraduate loans now start at a competitive 2.89% APR, down from 3.19% a month ago. Variable rates remain steady across all products. Borrowers seeking stability should consider fixed loans with rates starting at 2.89%, while those comfortable with market fluctuations may explore variable options. Rates above 8% suggest exploring refinancing opportunities for better terms.

CENTRA CREDIT UNION

As of August 15, 2025, Centra’s new fixed-rate student loans show a slight decline from 2.99% to 2.89% APR, reflecting a modest improvement for borrowers in programs like Medical, Dental, MBA, and Graduate school loans. Variable rates remain steady, with competitive lows at 4.37% APR across most professional programs. Notably, the Undergraduate fixed loan offers rates as low as 2.89%, making it one of the most affordable options for new borrowers. For those with existing loans above 8%, exploring Centra’s current offerings may yield significant savings given today’s improved rates.

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Conclusion

With student loan rates holding steady this month, now is a smart moment for families to evaluate locking in fixed rates—especially if budgeting certainty is a priority for undergraduates and graduate students alike. Even small shifts in APR can significantly affect total repayment costs over time, so paying close attention to current ranges around 2.89% to 17.64% is important when planning your borrowing strategy. Parents considering cosigned or credit-based loans should weigh options carefully; although Ascent Funding Credit Union’s parent loan rates start higher than student loans, they provide flexibility depending on credit profiles. If you’re nearing enrollment or need funds soon, explore these competitive credit union offerings promptly before any market changes occur. Connecting with your preferred credit union to discuss personalized terms could unlock even better deals tailored to your unique needs—making this a proactive step toward managing education finances wisely.