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  • How One Student is Pursuing His Dreams
    Congratulations to Harsimran Sandhu, our $10,000 Pursue Your Dream Contest winner! We asked students to share their ambitions in a 30-90 second video and explain how they plan to use the money to reach their dreams.
    April 13, 2023 | By: Ascent
  • A Guide to Filing Taxes as a College Student
    As scary as the word "taxes" may sound, it’s never too early for you to learn to do your own taxes, and you might even get some extra dollars in your pocket.
    January 13, 2025 | By: Ascent
  • What I've Learned in College
    College has been some of the best few years of my life and I've learned a lot along the way working toward my own success.
    April 04, 2023 | By: Ascent
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    A Q&A Interview with Cruz Sanchez
      Everyone’s path to a career they love looks different.
    December 19, 2024 | By: Ascent
  • New Student Advice for College Students
    If you could go back in time to be an incoming freshman again and give yourself one piece of advice, what would you tell yourself and why?
    January 17, 2025 | By: Ascent
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    How to Apply for Grad School Loans
    If you're attending graduate school, our step-by-step guide will help you figure out where to start with the loan application process.
    August 14, 2024 | By: Ascent
  • Everything You Should Know About Cosigning a Student Loan
    Thinking about cosigning a student loan? Ascent Funding covers everything you need to know about being a cosigner. Learn more here.
    February 17, 2023 | By: Ascent
  • Budget Blog – Finances of an SDSU Senior
    The idea of having a budget can feel empowering, yet, the process of building, maintaining, and sticking to a budget can be tough.
    February 15, 2023 | By: Ascent
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    9 Reasons Why Coding Bootcamps Are Worth Attending
    Is a coding bootcamp worth it? Ascent explores 9 reasons coding bootcamps could be a good decision for your future. Learn more on the blog.
    January 30, 2023 | By: Ascent
  • Teacher Giving Lesson to Diverse Group of Students in Software Engineering Bootcamp, Teaching New Skills on a Computer
    A Guide to Software Engineer Bootcamps
    Learn more about what software engineer bootcamps are, how they work, and how they can accelerate your career path in this guide from Ascent.
    April 11, 2023 | By: Ascent
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    5 Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Black History Month
    February is Black History Month – read our blog post for a few tips on how to give back and support the Black community all year long.
    January 31, 2023 | By: Ascent
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