135,000+ people have used Ascent to pay for school**
Ascent offers 40 repayment options across its co-signed and non-cosigned college undergraduate, graduate, and parent loans.
Breathe easier with absolutely no fees on college loans – no late fees, application fees, origination fees, NSF fees, or disbursement fees.
Gain access to paid remote internship opportunities and resources for budgeting, school support, and career readiness through AscentUP2.
Unlike other lenders, our priority is the success of our borrowers. That’s why Ascent offers more flexible repayment options, competitive interest rates, and personalized help so you can navigate your education and career path along the way.
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| Grace Period | 9 months | 6 months |
| Automatic Payment Discounts | 0.25% – 0.50% | 0.25% |
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Comparison based on information obtained on lender's websites as of October 2025
Apply NowAscent provides resources, professional development, real-life internship opportunities2 and scholarships to help you during college and as you enter your career.Oh, and the cash back rewards don’t hurt either.
Apply Nowpeople have used an Ascent loan to pay for school
of credit-based college loan borrowers increased their credit score4
minutes of financial wellness education accessed
in scholarships awarded by Ascent since 2020
Just ask our borrowers.
With Ascent the process was far more open and easy to understand compared to College Ave and Sallie [Mae]. Rates more competitive.
Everyone was so helpful and nice to work with! Being a first generational College student picking a loan was scary and nerve wracking! but they made it so easy!
I've had such a struggle finding a loan and Ascent made it so simple. Not only was the process a weight lifted off my shoulders, but also ensured that I understood more about loans in general.
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*Annual Percentage Rates (APRs) displayed above are effective as of 12/02/2025 and reflect an Automatic Payment Discount of 0.25% on credit-based college student loans submitted prior to 06/01/2025, a 0.5% discount on credit-based college student loans submitted on or after 06/01/2025 and a 1.00% discount when you enroll in automatic payments. Loans subject to individual approval, restrictions and conditions apply. Loan features and information advertised are intended for college student loans and are subject to change at any time. For more information, see repayment examples or review the Ascent Student Loans Terms and Conditions. The final amount approved depends on the borrower’s credit history, verifiable cost of attendance as certified by an eligible school and is subject to credit approval and verification of application information. Lowest interest rates require full principal and interest (Immediate) payments, the shortest loan term, a cosigner, and are only available for our most creditworthy applicants and cosigners with the highest average credit scores. Actual APR offered may be higher or lower than the examples above, based on the amount of time you spend in school and any grace period you have before repayment begins. Variable rates may increase after consummation.
**Over 135,000 borrowers took out an Ascent loan for college or career training tuition or expenses between January 2018 and August 2025.
1Comparison chart is for informational purposes only and is based on publicly available information obtained from competitor websites as of October 2025. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee the completeness, timeliness, or reliability of the data presented. Competitor terms, rates, and features may change without notice. This chart is intended to help users understand general differences among products and services and does not constitute financial advice, an endorsement, or a loan offer. Users should verify all information directly with the respective providers before making any financial decisions. Ascent loans subject to individual approval, restrictions and conditions apply. See Terms and Conditions at AscentFunding.com/Rates and AscentFunding.com/Ts&Cs. Loan features and information advertised are intended for college student loans and are subject to change at any time.
2Ascent applicants and borrowers that agree to the AscentUP Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, as well as students associated with an Ascent parent loan application, have access to the AscentUP platform.
3For full eligibility requirements, visit our Borrower Benefits page.
4Only Ascent college loans are eligible for no fees. Ascent career training loans are subject to a one-time origination fee of 5.0% of the loan amount. All Ascent loans are eligible for no application, disbursement, late, NSF or early payment fees.
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For students seeking their undergraduate or graduate degree from a university or college.
For students attending a coding career training school pursuing a degree in technology, professional training, or licensure training.