Loan Rates

When you're borrowing money, you want the best value possible. Because Scient FCU is owned by its members, we're able to offer highly competitive rates on loans to help you finance the most important purchases in your life. 

Type Term Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
as low as

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New up to 63 months 6.99%

Current Member or New Member

Used up to 63 months 7.19%

Current Member or New Member

We offer loans over 63 months. Please Contact Us for details.

For example, a new auto loan of $20,000 has 60 monthly payments of $395.90 with an APR of 6.99%.  A used auto loan of $20,000 has 60 monthly payments of $397.82 with an APR of 7.19%

*APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Rate effective as of January 10, 2024. Rates, terms, and conditions are subject to change. Other rates and terms are available. All loans are subject to credit approval. Your overall creditworthiness may determine the interest rate available to you. Fees and charges may apply.

Type Term Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
as low as

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New 24-60 months 8.49%

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Used 24 - 60 months 8.69%

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For example, a new motorcycle loan of $30,000 has 60 monthly payments of $615.35 with an APR of 8.49%. 
A used motorcycle loan of $30,000 has 60 monthly payments of $618.25 with an APR of 8.69%.

*APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Rate effective as of January 10, 2024 and subject to change without notice. All loans are subject to credit approval. Your overall creditworthiness may determine the interest rate available to you. Fees and charges may apply.

Type Term Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
as low as

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60 months as low as 8.24%

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For example, a loan of $30,000 has 60 monthly payments of $611.74 with an APR of 8.24%.

*APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Rates subject to change without notice. All loans are subject to credit approval. Your overall creditworthiness may determine the interest rate available to you. Fees and charges may apply.

Product Term Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
as low as

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Signature Loan Special up to 60 months 11.99%*

Current Member or New Member

*APR = Annual Percentage Rate.  APR = Annual Percentage Rate.  For example the monthly payment on a $10,000 60-month, personal loan at 11.99% APR is $222.39.  Rate may vary and will be determined by your credit score.  Other restrictions may apply.  

Product Term Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
as low as

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Personal Line of Credit Revolving 7.99% APR for the first 12 months

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 *APR = Annual Percentage Rate.  This is a revolving line of credit. There will be an introductory APR of 7.99% for the first 12 months from the account opening date for qualifying members with a credit score of 720 or above. After the first 12 months, your rate will increase to a minimum of Prime plus 4.99%, but no higher than 18.00%. Your rate will be based upon adding a margin to the Prime Rate depending upon your credit score. The current Prime Rate is 8.50% as of July 27, 2023. Minimum line of credit is $5,000. Maximum line of credit is $20,000.00 based on your credit score. There is an annual fee of $25.00 which is waived for the first year. Other fees and charges may apply. 

Product Term Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

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Student Loan Varies Varies

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Employer Education Loan 12 Months 7.00% for 12 Months

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 *APR = Annual Percentage Rate

Product Term

Interest Rate / APR

Cost per $1000

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Fixed Mortgage 30 Year

7.00% / 7.103%

$6.65

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*APR = Annual Percentage Rate

Product Terms

Interest Rate / APR*

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Fixed Rate Mortgages Various terms available

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Adjustable Rate Mortgages Various terms available

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SMARTChoice Mortgages Various terms available

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No Closing Cost Mortgages* Various terms available

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*APR = Annual Percentage Rate

Product Terms

Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

How to apply

5-year Home Equity 5 year

6.00 / 6.208% APR*

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10-year Home Equity 10 year

6.250 / 6.307% APR

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15-year Home Equity 15 years

6.750 / 6.794% APR

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20-year Home Equity 20 years

7.000% / 7.039% APR

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*APR = Annual Percentage Rate.    Rates effective as of November 8, 2023. A $20,000 5-year fixed loan at 6.00% will have a principal and interest payment of $386.66 and APR of 6.208%.  A $20,000, 10-year fixed loan at 6.25% will have a principal and interest payment of $224.56 and APR of 6.307%; A $20,000, 15-year fixed loan at 6.75% will have a principal and interest payment of $176.98 and APR of 6.794%;  A $20,000, 20-year fixed loan at 7.00% will have a principal and interest payment of $155.06 and APR of 7.039%;  APRs may be higher due to per diem interest.  Up to 80% LTV/CLTV for qualified loan. $10,000 Minimum Loan Amount.  All loans are subject to credit approval. Your overall creditworthiness may determine the interest rate available to you. Fees and charges may apply. Rates, terms and conditions are subject to change. 

Product Terms

Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

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HELOC
Up to 80% loan-to-value
Minimum draw $10,000

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Product Term Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

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Share-Secured Loan Varies 6.00%

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Certificate-Secured Loan Varies 3.00% over Certificate rate

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 *APR = Annual Percentage Rate

Product Term Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
as low as

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Executive Reserve Account/Line of Credit Revolving 12.00%

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*APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Rates subject to change without notice. All loans are subject to credit approval. Your overall creditworthiness may determine the interest rate available to you. Fees and charges may apply.

Product Term Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

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Consumer Credit Cards Revolving

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Business Credit Cards Revolving

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Rates subject to change without notice. All loans are subject to credit approval. Your overall creditworthiness may determine the interest rate available to you. Fees and charges may apply.

Scient FCU is a full-service credit union with branches in Groton, New London and New Haven Connecticut.

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