Ascent Blog: Blog

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
A Guide to How to Pay for Your Kid’s College
May 28, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Parents and Cosigners
Planning for college is an exciting milestone for both students and their families—from choosing the right school, to deciding on… Read More
How to Avoid Common FAFSA Errors
May 28, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Parents and Cosigners, For Students
Does the thought of completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) give you a headache?  You’re not alone.… Read More
What to Do After College: A Practical Guide for Life after Graduation 
May 12, 2025 | By: Kristina Nguyen
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Students
Graduation is coming up soon, and with it comes a big question: What now?  By now, you’re used to attending… Read More
Do You Need Income for Student Loans?
May 28, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students
Students often go directly from high school to higher education, and those who are just starting school haven’t had time… Read More
Does FAFSA Cover Part-Time Students?
May 28, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students
If you’re a part-time student, you might be balancing work, family, or other responsibilities while completing your degree, making financial… Read More
Does Student Aid Cover Online College Courses?
May 28, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students
Choosing a college isn’t just about majors and mascots. For a lot of students, the decision boils down to cost… Read More