How to Build a Preferred Lender List: A Checklist for Schools
With Grad PLUS loans being phased out, graduate students and schools are facing new choices and considerations. While this transition… Read More
How Schools Can Rethink Graduate Funding Models After Grad PLUS
Key Takeaways Graduate funding is changing fast, and schools have an opportunity to rethink how they support students. With the… Read More
Ascent Funding Named a Finalist for U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s 2025 Citizens Awards
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation named Ascent a finalist in the 2025 Citizens Awards, a long-standing program that honors… Read More
What the Elimination of Grad PLUS Loans Means for Graduate Schools and How to Prepare
Key Takeaways Graduate School Is About to Change For decades, the Grad PLUS loan program has helped graduate and professional… Read More
Navigating Change: Key Takeaways from the “Understanding Student Loan Changes Amidst Uncertainty” Webinar
Whether you’re currently in school, preparing to start, or managing your loan repayment, Ascent provides practical tools and insights to… Read More
Smart Money Moves: The Ultimate Guide to Budgeting for College Students
College is an exciting time to explore, grow, and gain independence—including getting comfortable with money. Budgeting might sound intimidating, but… Read More
A Student’s Guide to Smart Summer Spending & Saving
It’s finally summer! Whether you’re kicking off your mornings with a run, gaming with friends, or soaking up the sun… Read More
Learn to Save Smart with Student Discounts
Balancing the costs of being a student can get complicated and expensive. Whether you’re worried about textbooks, rent, meals, or… Read More
Ascent Named Best Places to Work in Fintech 2025
For the fourth year, San Diego-based fintech recognized for innovative culture Ascent, a leading provider of innovative financial products and… Read More
The Forward Fund, NCAHEC and Ascent Funding Partner to Tackle North Carolina’s RN Shortage
North Carolina’s nursing shortage is projected to reach nearly 12,500 by 2033. To address this shortage, The Forward Fund (TFF)… Read More
