Ascent Blog: For Parents and Cosigners

How Much College Aid Are Students Missing Out On?
How Much College Aid Are Students Leaving on the Table? (And How to Get It) In the 2023-2024 academic year,… Read More
4 Ways Parents Can Help Young Adults Avoid Overpaying for College
Sending your child to college is a major milestone, and one that can have a big impact on your family’s… Read More
Webinar Recap: Cracking the Code on Scholarships
As the cost of education increases, scholarships have become a lifeline for countless students looking to pursue their academic dreams.… Read More
Guide to College Application Deadlines: 2024-2025
College application deadlines determine the dates student applications must be submitted to be considered for the upcoming school year. For… Read More
How Long Does it Take to Get Student Loans? (Federal and Private)
How long does it take to get a student loan? Factors such as when you submit the Free Application for… Read More
Paying for Law School: Everything You Need to Know
Pursuing a career as a lawyer can set you up for a rewarding future in the legal field, but the… Read More
Private Parent Loans vs. Parent PLUS Loans: How to Choose
Jun 26, 2024 | By: Ascent
Category: For Parents and Cosigners
Exploring loan options to help fund your student’s education can feel like a maze of decisions. At the heart of… Read More
Navigating Credit Scores: Your Key to Long-Term Financial Success
Your credit score is a number between 300 and 850 that’s determined by a range of factors including the current… Read More
How Parents or Guardians Can Help Their Child Get a Student Loan
May 17, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Parents and Cosigners, For Students
As a parent or guardian of a college-bound student, it’s important to ensure your child is financially prepared to cover… Read More
How Do Student Loans Work? A Comprehensive Guide for Parents
May 14, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Cosigners, For Parents and Cosigners
If your child plans to attend college, one of your primary concerns may be how to help them fund their… Read More

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