Big Beautiful Bill: How New Student Loan Changes Impact Graduate Students
The recent passage of the “Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBBA) is transforming how graduate students fund their education. With Grad PLUS… Read More
The Forward Fund, NCAHEC and Ascent Funding Partner to Tackle North Carolina’s RN Shortage
North Carolina’s nursing shortage is projected to reach nearly 12,500 by 2033. To address this shortage, The Forward Fund (TFF)… 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
NASFAA 2024: Key Takeaways, Inspiring Moments and Insights!
Kumba McGill, Ascent’s Relationship Manager, recently attended the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) Conference in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.… Read More
An Update on FAFSA Delays: What Parents and Students Need to Know
There have been countless adjustments to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process this past year, and the… Read More
Ascent is Providing Access to Paid Internships and Free Career Training for Its Borrowers
AscentUP and Riipen Partner to Launch Paid Internship Program, Exclusive to Ascent Borrowers SAN DIEGO, May 2, 2024 – Ascent… Read More
How to Get Student Loans for Past Due Tuition
Budgeting for college can be challenging, and past-due tuition balances can add stress to your plate. Even with the best… Read More
Student Aid Index (SAI) vs. EFC – What’s the Difference?
Understanding your financial aid options is one of the most challenging steps for students and families when applying to colleges.… Read More
FAFSA Simplification Act: Changes to the FAFSA
Ascent Funding walks you through the changes that will be happening to the FAFSA with the FAFSA Simplification Act. Read More
School Codes in FAFSA: Adding, Removing & Editing
Need to update your school information on the FAFSA? Learn more about the process of adding, editing, or deleting a… Read More
