Ascent Blog

What the Elimination of Grad PLUS Loans Means for Graduate Schools and How to Prepare
Oct 14, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Grad Students, For Schools, News, Research & Insights
Key Takeaways  Graduate School Is About to Change  For decades, the Grad PLUS loan program has helped graduate and professional… Read More
Navigating Change: Key Takeaways from the “Understanding Student Loan Changes Amidst Uncertainty” Webinar  
Whether you’re currently in school, preparing to start, or managing your loan repayment, Ascent provides practical tools and insights to… Read More
Ascent Lowers Annual Percentage Rates (APRs) to Support Students and Families 
Aug 14, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: For College Students, For Cosigners, In the Press
Why now, what it means, and how it aligns with our mission.  At a time when education costs are rising… Read More
Big Beautiful Bill: How New Student Loan Changes Impact Graduate Students
Jul 31, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Grad Students, For Schools
The recent passage of the “Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBBA) is transforming how graduate students fund their education. With Grad PLUS… Read More
Smart Money Moves: The Ultimate Guide to Budgeting for College Students 
Jul 02, 2025 | By: Jazmin Chen
Categories: For College Students, For Grad Students, For High School Students, For Students
College is an exciting time to explore, grow, and gain independence—including getting comfortable with money. Budgeting might sound intimidating, but… Read More
A Student’s Guide to Smart Summer Spending & Saving 
Jun 26, 2025 | By: Kristina Nguyen
Categories: For College Students, For High School Students, For Students, Uncategorized
It’s finally summer! Whether you’re kicking off your mornings with a run, gaming with friends, or soaking up the sun… Read More
How Graduate Students Can Adjust to Grad Plus Loan News
May 27, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Grad Students, For Parents and Cosigners
Student loans are a hot topic these days, and for good reason. There have been massive shake ups in education… Read More
SAVE Payment Plan Blocked: What This Means for Borrowers
May 27, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students
Student loan borrowers have a lot on their minds–and for good reason. Executive orders threatening the possible elimination of the… Read More
Ascent Named Best Places to Work in Fintech 2025  
May 12, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, In the Press
For the fourth year, San Diego-based fintech recognized for innovative culture   Ascent, a leading provider of innovative financial products and… Read More
The Forward Fund, NCAHEC and Ascent Funding Partner to Tackle North Carolina’s RN Shortage
May 12, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Cosigners, For Schools, For Students, In the Press
North Carolina’s nursing shortage is projected to reach nearly 12,500 by 2033. To address this shortage, The Forward Fund (TFF)… Read More