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How to Calculate Student Loan Interest: A Step-by-Step Guide
Understanding how student loan interest works and how it’s calculated can help you manage your debt more effectively–and potentially save… Read More
Why You Should File the FAFSA® as Early as Possible
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is the first step in the application process for federal student… Read More
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
Ascent Completes First Ever Public Securitization of Career Education Consumer Loans
Sep 17, 2024 | By: Ascent
Category: News
SAN DIEGO, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Ascent, a leading provider of innovative financial products and student support services, enabling students to access… Read More
How to Help Your Child Plan for College (and the Cost)
Jun 05, 2025 | By: Ascent
Category: Uncategorized
Preparing for college is a big deal for students and parents alike. You want your child to have a bright… Read More
Webinar Recap: Mastering College Costs 
Aug 19, 2024 | By: Ascent
Category: Uncategorized
Navigating the financial landscape of higher education can be daunting, but understanding your options and planning ahead can make a… 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

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