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Which Interest Rate Is Better for a Student Loan, Variable or Fixed?
If you submitted the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and are anticipating a gap between your covered financial… Read More
Graduate PLUS Loans: Your Comprehensive Guide
Aug 11, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Grad Students, For Parents and Cosigners, For Students, Uncategorized
Diving into advanced education is an exciting chapter in anyone’s life. It’s a time of personal growth, career development, and… Read More
What is FAFSA and how does it work?
Feb 18, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Cosigners, For High School Students, For Students
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form current and future students need to fill out to… Read More
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
NASFAA 2024: Key Takeaways, Inspiring Moments and Insights!
Jul 09, 2024 | By: Ascent
Category: For Schools
Kumba McGill, Ascent’s Relationship Manager, recently attended the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) Conference in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.… 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
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