U.S. Bank HELOC vs. Earnest Student Loan Refinance
Side-by-side comparison · Updated 2026 · Independently reviewed
U.S. Bank HELOC
U.S. Bank
4.3
Big-bank HELOC with no origination fee, high credit limits up to $750k, and a 0.5% autopay discount.
Full review →WealthSpott Verdict
Earnest Student Loan Refinance wins on more measurable categories — particularly on rate and cost. U.S. Bank HELOC may still be the right fit depending on your loan amount and term needs.
Feature
U.S. Bank HELOC
Earnest Student Loan
APR Range
8.20% – 12.80%
4.96% – 9.99% Best
Loan Amount
$15,000 – $750,000 Best
$5,000 – $500,000
Term Length
120–360 months
60–240 months
Origination Fee
No origination fee; $90/yr after year 1
None
Min Credit Score
660+
650+ Best
Funding Speed
2–4 weeks
2–3 weeks
U.S. Bank HELOC
Earnest Student Loan Refinance
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