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How can a college student get a car loan?
I need a car, but I’m not sure how to get a loan as a college student. What can a college student do to get a car loan?
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You might face a few challenges as a college student applying for a car loan, as you probably have limited credit and limited income. However, you can do a few things to get better rates:
- Find a cosignerwith good credit.
- Build your credit as much as possible before taking out a loan. You can do this by getting a credit card or a credit-building loan and making consistent payments on time.
- Find a steady income source, as most lenders will require you to have an income source of some kind before considering you for a loan.
- Save for a down payment. If you make a large down payment on your car, your lender is likely to give you a better rate.
- Keep your grades up. Some lenders offer discounts for students with a high GPA.
- Use a credit union for your loan. Credit unions tend to offer better terms to lenders with little credit because they’re nonprofit organizations.
Remember that if you get approved for a car loan, you need to budget for full coverage car insurance. That’s when the
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