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If you’re a part-time student, you might be balancing work, family, or other responsibilities while completing your degree, making financial… Read More

Choosing a college isn’t just about majors and mascots. For a lot of students, the decision boils down to cost… Read More

Education is always evolving, and keeping track of the changes can be overwhelming. From critical FAFSA updates to new Department… Read More

Many students dream of attending top universities like UCLA, UC Berkeley, USC, or Ivy League schools such as Columbia and… Read More

Big shifts are already underway for student loans in 2025. President Trump is back in office, and his administration has… Read More

In recent weeks, President Donald Trump has renewed his efforts to dismantle and defund the U.S. Department of Education (ED),… Read More

Not sure if you need a cosigner for your student loans? Learn more about the different factors you should consider… Read More

A cosigner is someone who takes legal responsibility for a loan in addition to the primary borrower. Learn more about… Read More

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: Navigating FAFSA®, Scholarships & Loans With tuition… Read More