What Are Parent PLUS Loans? Know the Facts
What are Parent PLUS loans, and should you look into one? Ascent Funding breaks down what Parent PLUS loans are… Read More
What is a 529 College Savings Plan? How to Save for Your Student’s College Fund
A 529 college savings plan is an investment plan to pay for various education costs. Learn more about 529 college… Read More
How To Choose A Student Loan Lender: Important Factors To Consider
When it comes to choosing a private student loan lender, who you work with makes a big difference. Learn more… Read More
10 College Scholarship Application Tips You Need To Know
Scholarships don’t need to be overwhelming! Learn these 10 tips that will help you apply for scholarships. Read More
The Truth About Private Loans: Top 4 Myths Debunked
There are plenty of myths surrounding the idea of private student loans. Ascent Funding is here to debunk 4 common… Read More
Credit Scores 101: A Beginner’s Guide
What is a credit score, and what exactly is a "good" credit score? Learn the basics of credit scores and… Read More
Ascent Named Best Private Student Loan for 2021
Ascent has done it again! To kick off the new year, we are proud to announce that Ascent was named… Read More
The SMART Goal Method
There’s a better way to reach your goal of saving more. When setting your own goals for 2023, consider how… Read More
Ascent Student Spotlight: Steven K. of St. Louis College of Pharmacy
Learn more about this month’s Student Spotlight, Steven Kramer, and how he shows up for the deaf community and beyond… Read More
7 Financial Wellness Podcasts for College Students
At Ascent, we provide free resources to help you throughout college, which may include links to third-party websites (where security… Read More
