Ascent Blog: Blog

Private vs. Federal Nursing Loans: Which is Best?
Mar 15, 2024 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: For High School Students, Blog, For Students, For College Students
Federal vs. private loans for nursing students Nursing can be a rewarding career choice with a positive employment outlook for… Read More
How to Pay for Nursing School
Mar 12, 2024 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: For High School Students, Blog, For Students, For College Students
4 ways to pay for nursing school  Pursuing a nursing career is an exciting decision that brings the promise of… Read More
How to Read Your College Tuition Bill: A Guide  
Starting college is an adventure filled with new experiences, learning, and personal growth. Part of this process is learning how… Read More
Does Cosigning a Loan Affect My Credit?
Feb 08, 2024 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: For Parents and Cosigners, Blog, For Cosigners, For College Students
How Does Cosigning a Student Loan Affect My Credit Score? If you’re wondering how cosigning a student loan affects credit,… Read More
How to Get Student Loans for Past Due Tuition
Feb 06, 2024 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: For Grad Students, Blog, For Schools, For College Students
How to Get Student Loans for Past-Due Tuition: A Comprehensive Guide Budgeting for college can be challenging, and past-due tuition… Read More
How Long Does FAFSA Take to Process?
Jan 31, 2024 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: For Parents and Cosigners, Blog, For College Students, For High School Students
How long does the FAFSA take to process? We've compiled a quick reference guide on how long it takes to… Read More
Student Aid Index (SAI) vs. EFC – What’s the Difference?
Jan 25, 2024 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: For Parents and Cosigners, Blog, For Schools, For College Students
Understanding your financial aid options is one of the most challenging steps for students and families when applying to colleges.… Read More
How to Secure and Use a College Tuition Payment Plan
Embarking on your college journey is an exciting new adventure, filled with the promise of new experiences, personal growth, and… Read More
What is EFC (SAI), and What Does it Mean on FAFSA?
Jan 02, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Cosigners
Learn about Expected Family Contribution (EFC), now called the Student Aid Index (SAI), and its role in determining financial aid… Read More
When Does Student Loan Interest Start To Accrue? A Comprehensive Guide
When does interest start to accrue on student loans? Ascent explains when student loans start to accrue interest and when… Read More