Ascent Blog: Blog

Private Parent Loans vs. Parent PLUS Loans: How to Choose
Feb 05, 2025 | By: Ascent
Category: For Parents and Cosigners
If college savings or financial aid falls a bit short, you may find yourself exploring different loan options to help… Read More
What are the costs of Dental School?: The breakdown of costs, fees, and funding options 
Feb 05, 2025 | By: Lisa Mach
Categories: For College Students, For Cosigners
Making the decision to go to dental school is a big decision. That’s why it’s important to have a clear… Read More
The Essential Guide to Creating a Student Loan Repayment Plan
Feb 04, 2025 | By: Lisa Mach
Categories: For College Students, For Cosigners
While managing your student loans can be intimidating, there are ways to simplify staying on top of repayment! It is… Read More
Different Ways to Pay for College Tuition
Planning for college is an exciting time of life, but it can get stressful when you don’t have a clear… Read More
How to Apply for Private Student Loans & What You Need
Interested in applying for private student loans? Learn more about the step-by-step process of how to apply for a private… Read More
Tips for Paying Off Student Loans
Jan 28, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Parents and Cosigners
The federal student loan payment pause is set to end soon. Make sure you are financially prepared with information from… Read More
5 Major Takeaways from the 2025-2026 FAFSA Webinar
Around 18 million students complete the FAFSA® annually, yet billions of dollars in federal aid go unclaimed each year.  Filling out… Read More
Navigating Student Loans as a First Time Borrower: Dos and Don’ts for Success
Dec 27, 2024 | By: Lisa Mach
Category: For College Students
Dos and Don’ts for Freshmen: Navigating Your First Year with Student Loans  Congratulations on starting this exciting chapter of your… Read More
What Happens If I Don’t Pay My Student Loans?
What happens when you default on your student loans? This question may arise in the minds of many borrowers, particularly… Read More
What Is the Minimum Credit Score Needed for Student Loans?
As with all loan types, your credit score significantly impacts your eligibility for private student loans. Your credit score may… Read More