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A credit score is a critical factor in obtaining and managing a student loan, as it is required for loan approval and refinancing [1], [2], [3], [4]. Additionally, the process of rate shopping for student loans is specifically designed to minimize the impact of inquiries on one's credit score [5].
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Why Credit Reports and Scores Matter to Your Financial Health nul.org 1 fact
claimRate shopping for home, auto, and student loans within a couple of weeks results in only one inquiry appearing on a credit report, having little to no effect on the credit score.
7 Ways Your Credit Score Affects Your Financial Health firstexchangebank.com 1 fact
claimRefinancing a student loan involves closing an existing loan and opening a new one, which requires the borrower to prove their creditworthiness through a respectable credit score.