LightStream Personal Loan vs. Discover Student Loans
Side-by-side comparison · Updated 2026 · Independently reviewed
Discover Student Loans
Discover Bank
4.4
APR 4.49–14.99%. No fees. Cash reward for good grades.
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LightStream Personal Loan and Discover Student Loans are closely matched. The right choice depends on your credit profile, desired loan amount, and how quickly you need funding.
Feature
LightStream Personal Loan
Discover Student Loans
APR Range
7.99% – 25.99%
4.49% – 14.99% Best
Loan Amount
$5,000 – $100,000 Best
From $1,000
Term Length
24–84 months
120–180 months
Origination Fee
None
None
Min Credit Score
660+
660+
Funding Speed
Same day
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LightStream Personal Loan
Pros
- Low APR for qualified borrowers
- Low APR for qualified borrowers
- Same-day funding
- Same-day funding
- No fees
- No fees
Cons
- Higher credit required
- Higher credit required
- No prequalification
- No prequalification
Discover Student Loans
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