What AI says about Earnest
Data as of Oct 25, 2026Based on 7,713 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
AI summary
Earnest provides personal and student loan financing, including private student loans, student loan refinancing, and parent loan refinancing.
4%
of AI answers about Earnest and its rivals · since Jul 5
The market map
Student Loan Refinance & Personal LoansMentioned in
- 1SoFiMentioned in 82%Avg. position 3.0
- 2EarnestMentioned in 74%Avg. position 3.3
- 3ELFIMentioned in 51%Avg. position 4.6
- 4Rhode Island Student Loan Authority (RISLA)Mentioned in 26%Avg. position 4.4
- 4LendKeyMentioned in 25%Avg. position 5.0
- 4Laurel RoadMentioned in 24%Avg. position 4.3
- 4Splash FinancialMentioned in 23%Avg. position 4.8
- 8Citizens BankMentioned in 21%Avg. position 5.2
- 8CredibleMentioned in 20%Avg. position 4.8
- 10College Ave Student LoansMentioned in 13%Avg. position 5.2
- 10Navy Federal Credit UnionMentioned in 10%Avg. position 4.3
- 12KeyBankMentioned in 7%Avg. position 4.6
- 12Federal Student AidMentioned in 7%Avg. position 3.3
- 14PenFed Credit UnionMentioned in 4%Avg. position 4.0
Where Earnest ranks in AI
Topics where AI mentions Earnest
- Student loan refinancingStudent Loan Refinance & Personal Loans72%Rank #1
- Mentioned in
- As a borrower with federal loans, which lenders offer the most flexible refinance options while considering the trade-offs of losing federal protections?on this question97%
Excerpts where Earnest appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 21, 2026, Google AI Mode Earnest - Why it's unique: Earnest is built entirely around term customization.
Google AI ModeSep 17, 2026, Google AI Mode RISLA (Rhode Island Student Loan Authority), SoFi , and Earnest offer some of the most flexible hardship and repayment options
- Physician student loan refinancingStudent Loan Refinance & Personal Loans60%Rank #4
- Mentioned in
- For parents who took out Parent PLUS loans, which refinancing lender is best to lower payments while keeping options open?on this question98%
Excerpts where Earnest appeared in the AI's answer
ChatGPT SearchSep 22, 2026, ChatGPT Search I’d compare Earnest, SoFi, and ELFI rather than choosing solely on the lowest advertised rate.
ChatGPT SearchSep 18, 2026, ChatGPT Search I’d compare Earnest, SoFi, ELFI, and RISLA rather than choosing based on the lowest advertised rate alone.
- What's the best student loan refinancing company for a teacher with a master's degree?on this question88%
Excerpts where Earnest appeared in the AI's answer
ChatGPT SearchSep 17, 2026, ChatGPT Search Earnest — fixed rates currently advertised from 3.94% APR, with flexible repayment options
Google AI ModeSep 17, 2026, Google AI Mode top-tier private lenders like SoFi, Earnest , and ELFI consistently rank as the best overall
- As a grad with $40,000 in student loans, which private refinancing lender offers the best rate for a 10-year fixed refinance based on current credit and income?on this question89%
Excerpts where Earnest appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 19, 2026, Google AI Mode Earnest , and RISLA currently offer competitive 10-year fixed refinance starting rates
Google AI ModeSep 15, 2026, Google AI Mode Earnest Student Loan Refinance : Offers fixed APRs starting around 3.9 4% with highly customizable payment terms and skip-a-payment options.
- What programs help refinance student loans?on this question80%
Excerpts where Earnest appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 20, 2026, Google AI Mode Earnest : Known for highly customizable repayment terms, allowing you to precisely choose your monthly payment or loan length.
Google AI ModeSep 16, 2026, Google AI Mode Earnest : Known for high customization, allowing you to pick your exact monthly payment or term length, with strong overall ratings.
- I am looking for a student loan refinancing that allows co-signer release and does not have origination fees.on this question70%
Excerpts where Earnest appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 27, 2026, Google AI Mode Major national refinance-only heavyweights like Earnest and ELFI (Education Loan Finance) do not feature co-signer release on their refinanced loans
Google AI ModeSep 23, 2026, Google AI Mode Earnest Student Loan Refinance: Earnest features a strict no-fee policy
How AI describes Earnest
Common descriptions
customizable · flexible repayment terms · highly customizable · competitive · flexibility
Tone of AI’s statements about Earnest
- Positive60%
- Neutral31%
- Mixed6%
- Negative3%
Where AI mentions Earnest
Position in answers
- Named first30%
- 2nd or 3rd53%
- Later17%
Each engine’s share of its own answers across Earnest’s markets · since Jul 5
- ChatGPT Search3%
- Google AI Mode4%
Sources AI cites
earnest.com 25%Other sites 75%
- Owned25%
- Earnest Student Loan Refinance | Fixed Rates from 3.94% APR* | Earnest · 7% (opens in a new tab)
- Low-Interest Loans Designed For You | Earnest · 4% (opens in a new tab)
- How to refinance student loans in 2026: the complete guide | Earnest · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- Should I Refinance Parent PLUS Loans? Pros, Cons, Tips, & Alternatives - Earnest | Earnest · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- How To Refinance Student Loans Without a Cosigner | Earnest · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Do you lose protections refinancing federal student loans? | Earnest · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Should you refinance federal student loans? I Earnest | Earnest · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- The Student Loan Cosigner Release: What it is & How to Get it - Earnest Blog | Earnest · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Does it cost money to refinance student loans? | Earnest · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- How to Get the Best Student Loans Without a Cosigner | Earnest · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- 13%
- Compare student loan refinancing companies of October 2026 · 5% (opens in a new tab)
- Private lenders that refinance parent PLUS loans of October 2026 · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- Refinance Student Loans: Compare Top 8 Lenders Now · 2% (opens in a new tab)
- Banks That Refinance Student Loans of October 2026 · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Parent PLUS Loan Refinance Lenders of June 2026 · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Companies for Refinancing Medical School Loans of September 2026 · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Lenders to Refinance Student Loans With a Co-Signer of June 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Banks That Refinance Student Loans of June 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Companies for Refinancing Medical School Loans of June 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Student Loan Refinancing Companies of March 2026 - NerdWallet · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 6%
- Best Student Loan Refinance Companies of September 2026 | Money · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Student Loan Refinance Companies of July 2026 | Money · 2% (opens in a new tab)
- Current Student Loan Interest Rates: March 2026 | Money · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Student Loan Refinance Companies of August 2026 | Money · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Student Loan Refinance Companies of July 2026 | Money · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 5%
- Student Loan Refinance Rates in October 2026 | Fixed Rates from 3.95 APR* · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- Student Loan Refinance With Cosigner: Pros, Cons, & Steps · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Parent PLUS Loan Refinancing Options for 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Student Loan Refinance Rates in July 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Earnest Student Loan Refinancing Review 2026 - Credible · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- What Falling Fed Rates Mean for Student Loan Refinancing in 2025 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- How Often Can You Refinance Student Loans? (2026 Guide) · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- How To Refinance Your Student Loans in 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Should I Refinance Federal Student Loans? Pros & Cons · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Is Refinancing Consolidated Federal Student Loans Worth It? · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 5%
- Best Student Loan Refinance Bonuses (Up to $1,750) · 2% (opens in a new tab)
- Top 3 Lenders to Refinance Parent Plus Loans [Bonus up to $1,500] · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- How to Refinance Student Loans with a Cosigner | Student Loan Planner · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Earnest vs. Credible Student Loan Refinancing Comparison 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Earnest Student Loan Refinance Review (Up to $1,500 Bonus) · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- LendKey Student Loan Refinance Review + Bonus | Student Loan Planner · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Think Twice About Mandatory Forbearance During Residency · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Parent PLUS Loan Forgiveness: The Ultimate Guide · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Where to Find Pennsylvania Student Loan Refinance Options and Private Loans · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 5 Best Lenders to Refinance Medical School Loans (Bonuses up to $1750) · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 4%
- What Are The Tradeoffs to Refinancing My Federal Loan With a Private Lender Like Earnest? | Student Loan Refinancing – Help Center · 2% (opens in a new tab)
- Do You Offer Cosigner Release? | General Questions – Help Center · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- What Makes Refinancing My Student Loans With Earnest Different From Other Refinancing or Consolidation Options? | Student Loan Refinancing – Help Center · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- What Is the Difference Between Student Loan Consolidation and Refinancing? | Student Loan Refinancing – Help Center · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- How Can I Apply for Student Loan Forbearance? | Repaying Your Loan – Help Center · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Can I Refinance My Current Earnest Student Loan Refinance Again? | Student Loan Refinancing – Help Center · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 3%
- Best Student Loan Refinance Lenders: Our Top Picks – Forbes Advisor · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Student Loan Refinance Rates Of 2026 – Forbes Advisor · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Student Loan Refinance Rates Of 2026 – Forbes Advisor · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Law School Student Loan Refinance Lenders · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Lenders To Refinance Parent PLUS Loans – Forbes Advisor · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Student Loans Without A Co-Signer Of 2026 – Forbes Advisor · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 3%
- Best Refinance Student Loans In 2026 | Bankrate · 2% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Refinance Student Loans In 2026 | Bankrate · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- The Ultimate Guide To Federal Student Loans | Bankrate · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Should You Refinance Federal Student Loans? | Bankrate · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 3%
- Best Student Loan Refinance Lenders of October 2026 · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- What To Watch Out For When Refinancing Federal Student Loans · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Student Loans With Fastest Co-Signer Release in 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Student Loan Lenders When You Need a Co-Signer for 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Refinancing Student Loans With Current Bank: Pros and Cons · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Should I Refinance My Student Loans? · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 2%
- Best Student Loan Refinance Companies in September 2026 · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- How to Refinance Parent PLUS Loans (+ Our Top Lenders) · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Parent PLUS Loan Repayment Options and Forgiveness Explained · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Are Parent Loans Still Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness? (2025 Update) · <1% (opens in a new tab)
The page AI cites most for Earnest

