Ascent Blog: For Students

Do You Need a Cosigner for Student Loans?
May 28, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Cosigners, For Students
Not sure if you need a cosigner for your student loans? Learn more about the different factors you should consider… Read More
What to Do if You Can’t Get a Cosigner for a Student Loan
Apr 23, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Students
Wondering what to do if you can't find a cosigner to cosign your student loan? Read about five options you… Read More
Major Takeaways from Ascent & SAFE Credit Union Webinar: Paying for College 101
Major Takeaways from Ascent & SAFE Credit Union Webinar: Paying for College 101: Navigating FAFSA®, Scholarships & Loans With tuition… Read More
Finding a Cosigner for Your Student Loans
May 28, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For High School Students, For Students
Finding a cosigner for your student loan can be a difficult process. Ascent has four tips for finding a cosigner… Read More
How Parents or Guardians Can Help Their Child Get a Student Loan
May 28, 2025 | 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 to Remove a Cosigner from a Student Loan
Apr 10, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Cosigners, For Parents and Cosigners, For Students
Although cosigners can be beneficial, you should know how to remove them from a student loan. Learn how to remove… Read More
Pros and Cons of Community College Compared to University
May 28, 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
What Is Student Loan Forbearance and Do I Qualify?
May 28, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Cosigners, For Students
Ascent Funding explains what student loan forbearance is and what the pros and cons of forbearance are. Learn more and… Read More