What is FAFSA and how does it work?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form current and future students need to fill out to… Read More
What is the Meaning of EFC (SAI) & How Does it Impact FAFSA?
Learn about Expected Family Contribution (EFC), now called the Student Aid Index (SAI), and its role in determining financial aid… Read More
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… Read More
What is a 529 College Savings Plan? How to Save for Your Student’s College Fund
A 529 college savings plan is an investment plan to pay for various education costs. Learn more about 529 college… Read More
5 Ways to Deal with Student Loan Debt Stress
The topic of student loans can be scary and cause a lot of anxiety for students. Ascent Funding covers five… Read More
How to Ask Someone to Be a Cosigner on Your Student Loan
Want to ask someone to be your student loan cosigner but are unsure how? Learn how to approach the conversation… Read More
Credit Scores 101: A Beginner’s Guide
What is a credit score, and what exactly is a "good" credit score? Learn the basics of credit scores and… Read More
What to Do if You Can’t Get a Cosigner for a Student Loan
Wondering what to do if you can't find a cosigner to cosign your student loan? Read about five options you… Read More
The SMART Goal Method
There’s a better way to reach your goal of saving more. When setting your own goals for 2023, consider how… Read More
Notice a Funding Gap in Your Student Loans? Here’s What NOT to Do When Trying to Close It 💸
You’ve followed the tenets of financial literacy, applied for financial aid and saved up all you can for tuition costs.… Read More
