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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Being in loan and real estate for so long, but I have never encountered such an excellent personal loan like LendKey. Loan process is so easy, the best rate 9% APR, different length of payment history... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had a bill due, and no notice was given. I got a call from a rep, but they wouldn't even say what it was regarding and just ask for sensitive information with no guarantee who it was. I sure h... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From initial account creation to finalizing terms and setting up auto-pay, LendKey makes it easy! I had my old high interest loans taken over and bundled into one much lower interest loan. The entire... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been with LendKey for quite a while now (cumulatively). I’ve refinanced my private student loan several times over the past five years and LendKey was a serviced I selected twice, to include the... See more

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About LendKey

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Get to Know LendKey

LendKey is on a mission to make lending simple. We connect our partner financial institutions with consumers looking for education loans to help them achieve their goals. Consumers enjoy low-rate loans through our digital platform. Applying for a loan with LendKey is fast, transparent, and has no unnecessary fees.

First-Class Customer Service

Applying for a loan can be daunting but don’t worry, we are here to help! Our dedicated customer support team is there to help you through the loan process and can answer any questions you may have. Give us a call or email.

Student Loan Refinancing

Refinancing student loans allows you to do a few things. If you have multiple loans, you can combine them into one brand new loan making it more convenient to stay on top of personal finance. You’ll also have the chance to release consigners on your existing loans, eliminating them from any liability. A student loan refinance replaces all your existing loans (or a single student loan if you only have one) with a new loan with new terms. By qualifying for a lower interest rate or reducing the payback period of the new loan, you could save thousands in interest over the life of the loan. By refinancing your existing student loans, you could see a dramatic reduction in your interest rate. Check your rate with no impact to your credit score via LendKey.com.

Private Student Loans

Achieve your dreams of higher education with a low-rate student loan through LendKey! You may be able to borrow up to 100% of your school-certified cost of attendance. This may include tuition, room and board, textbooks, and other related education expenses. Students can apply for this loan if they are enrolled at least half-time in a degree-granting program from an approved school. This application is credit-based so if you do not have an established credit history and a steady source of income, a cosigner may be needed.


Private student loans should be used as supplemental funding after exhausting all sources of financial aid, including grants, scholarships, and federal student loans. Federal loans offer more attractive terms when compared to most other borrowing options, including private student loans. For more information on federal loans, visit http://www.fafsa.ed.gov.


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  • 9999 Carver Road, Suite 400, 45242, Blue Ash, United States

  • lendkey.com

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lendkey provides easy and stress-free…

Lendkey provides easy and stress-free assistance with my student loans. There are no secret policy changes. Everything is laid out for me at the beginning of each month. I use auto-pay and this makes everything easier!

May 30, 2022
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant

LendKey made it fast and easy to refinance my private student loans. Responsive and friendly customer support along the way. Simple, no-frills website, everything just works. Bravo! Oh, and the rate is good too :)

May 25, 2022
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Predatory Company with Unjust Policies…

Predatory Company with Unjust Policies and Procedures
I have 3 separate student loans through LendKey, and I have had difficulties with them from the beginning. First, they did not want to approve me without a cosigner despite my providing supporting documentation of my income (I suppose this should have been my first red flag). Now, in my repayment period it's gotten even worse. I have only been able to secure part time employment since graduating and am unable to make full payments. I have applied for forbearance 3 separate times, only to be denied despite more than enough supporting evidence. They make everything so complicated that I'm sure most people give in or give up. I can't believe that Navy Federal has partnered with a company that has such unjust practices. I regret ever taking a single cent from these people, and I tell everyone to stay away.

May 20, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely waste of my time

Absolutely waste of my time. I submitted legitimate documentation of everything and they kept denying each piece of submission. then one rep said I can upload an expired id since I am waiting for my id to come in the mail from the state. after almost 2 weeks of applying to the loan I end up calling again and then i get told they deny my application altogether when I am a contract employee. I am trying to refinance a student loan of $6,000. The original is amount is $8,500. I made some payments on it through sallie mae over the years. i got denied by Lendkey because I am a contract employee. I make $1,400 after taxes every single week because I get paid hourly. after submitting so much personal and confidential information on their website it took me having to call just so they can tell me i was denied. LENDKEY IF YOU ARE NOT GOING TO ACCEPT CONTRACT EMPLOYMENT AS "REAL" EMPLOYMENT THEN STATE THAT ON YOUR WEBSITE. DON'T WASTE PEOPLES TIME. I CAN EASILY MAKE THE PAYMENTS MAKING $1,400 every week. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND LENDKEY TO ANYONE.

May 13, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great company

Great company, not in it for money. Almost acts like a non profit although they are not. Website is simple, rates are great. Just a great all around company.

May 11, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible experience

I asked Lendkey change my due date which they did. I was given an effective due date only to have them change it online after the fact making it impossible for me to pay it without late fees. When I called and explained that they had made the mistake and that it wasn't fair to me, they said there's nothing we can do about it you just have to pay it or get late fees. I 100% regret refinancing my student loans with lendkey. Why am I being punished for a mistake that they made when they gave out false information

April 28, 2022
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Hello Sarah, we are sorry to hear about your experience. If you have not already, please reach out to our customer service team at (888) 549-9050 to discuss your options to adjust your payment date. Have a great day.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Never thought I would want to say something positive about a student loan servicer!

I’ve had so many servicers over the years for my student loans (Sallie Mae, Navient, Wells Fargo, FirstMark…) that have ranged from truly awful to just ok, but I have never had a company before that I wanted to take the time to write a good review for. Besides getting a way lower rate and saving a bunch of $ on my refinance, I can honestly say that LendKey is the only company that I have ever felt are truly trying to help the borrower. From the beginning, everyone I have spoken with has been so nice and helpful…and when I had a small issue with changing the auto-debit date on my account because of a recurring computer glitch, the rep who was helping me (Crystal) was so accessible and didn’t stop until she got everything set totally right for me. It’s unique just to be able to reach the same person right away at a loan company, let alone have them really be on top of your case without having to chase them down or remind them. Overall, I’m just really impressed with these guys, and particularly the customer service, which is something I never thought I would feel for a loan servicer!

April 8, 2022
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