Ascent Blog: For College Students

Navigating Student Financial Aid in Changing Times: What Students and Parents Should Know
Mar 13, 2025 | By: Ken Ruggiero, Ascent Co-Founder and CEO
Categories: For College Students, For Grad Students, For Parents and Cosigners
Update: On 3/20/25, President Donald Trump signed an executive order calling for the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education… Read More
Managing Student Loan Anxiety: Tips from One Student to Another
Mar 06, 2025 | By: Maelia Madariaga-Ilagan
Categories: For College Students, For Grad Students, For Parents and Cosigners
When I started college, I knew I’d be taking on student loans. However, I didn’t realize just how much it… Read More
Pros and Cons of Community College Compared to University
Feb 25, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For High School Students, For Students
More high school grads are going straight to community college after graduation. Learn why students are choosing community college after… Read More
Subsidized vs. Unsubsidized Student Loans: What’s the Difference?
Subsidized and unsubsidized loans are part of the federal direct loan program and offer students various loan options. Learn more. Read More
FAFSA Eligibility: Who Qualifies and Income Limits
Wondering if you qualify for federal financial aid? Learn more about the eligibility requirements while submitting your Free Application for… Read More
How to Deal With Student Loan Debt
Feb 14, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: For College Students, For Parents and Cosigners
From forbearance and deferment options to general debt management, if you’re having trouble making student loan payments check out these… Read More
When Are College Applications Due?
College application deadlines determine the dates student applications must be submitted to be considered for the upcoming school year. While… Read More
How Is Your SAI (Previously Expected Family Contribution or EFC) Calculated?
EFC stands for Expected Family Contribution and is a number used in the FAFSA process to help calculate your eligibility… Read More
What are the costs of Dental School?: The breakdown of costs, fees, and funding options 
Feb 05, 2025 | By: Lisa Mach
Categories: For College Students, For Cosigners
Making the decision to go to dental school is a big decision. That’s why it’s important to have a clear… Read More
The Essential Guide to Creating a Student Loan Repayment Plan
Feb 04, 2025 | By: Lisa Mach
Categories: For College Students, For Cosigners
While managing your student loans can be intimidating, there are ways to simplify staying on top of repayment! It is… Read More