U.S. Bank HELOC vs. SoFi Student Loan

Side-by-side comparison ยท Updated 2026 ยท Independently reviewed

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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.

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SoFi Student Loan
SoFi
4.5

APR 4.49โ€“14.70%. No fees. Member benefits included.

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WealthSpott Verdict

SoFi Student Loan wins on more measurable categories โ€” 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
SoFi Student Loan
APR Range
8.20% โ€“ 12.80%
4.49% โ€“ 14.70% Best
Loan Amount
$15,000 โ€“ $750,000 Best
From $1,000
Term Length
120โ€“360 months
60โ€“180 months
Origination Fee
No origination fee; $90/yr after year 1
None
Min Credit Score
660+
650+ Best
Funding Speed
2โ€“4 weeks
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U.S. Bank HELOC
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SoFi Student Loan
Pros
  • Competitive rates
  • Competitive rates
  • No fees
  • No fees
  • Member benefits
  • Member benefits
Cons
  • Requires cosigner for most
  • Requires cosigner for most
  • Good credit needed
  • Good credit needed
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