Ascent Blog: Tag: loans for students

What is FAFSA and how does it work?
Oct 08, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students, For Cosigners, For High School Students
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form current and future students need to fill out to… Read More
Ascent Partners with Social Finance to Support The Master’s Apprentice Program!
Jun 03, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: In the Press, News
Denver, CO (May 29, 2024) — Denver-based trade school The Master’s Apprentice today announced a partnership with the Colorado Pay It Forward Fund, a… Read More
How Parents or Guardians Can Help Their Child Get a Student Loan
May 17, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students, For Parents and Cosigners
As a parent or guardian of a college-bound student, it’s important to ensure your child is financially prepared to cover… Read More
How Do Student Loans Work? A Comprehensive Guide for Parents
May 14, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Cosigners, For College Students, For Parents and Cosigners
If your child plans to attend college, one of your primary concerns may be how to help them fund their… Read More
Private vs. Federal Nursing Loans: Which is Best?
Mar 15, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students, For High School Students
Federal vs. private loans for nursing students Nursing can be a rewarding career choice with a positive employment outlook for… Read More
What is EFC (SAI), and What Does it Mean on FAFSA?
Jan 02, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Cosigners
Learn about Expected Family Contribution (EFC), now called the Student Aid Index (SAI), and its role in determining financial aid… Read More
Do You Need a Cosigner for Student Loans?
Dec 20, 2023 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students, For Cosigners
Not sure if you need a cosigner for your student loans? Learn more about the different factors you should consider… Read More
How Does Student Loan Interest Work?
Nov 21, 2023 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students, For Grad Students
What is student loan interest, and how does it work? If you’re exploring different ways to pay for college or… Read More
What is a Stafford Loan?
Nov 10, 2023 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students, For Schools, For College Students
Decoding Stafford loans: what you should know From scholarships to grants, a whole range of financial aid options are available… Read More
The Different Types of Financial Aid Explained: Loans, Grants, & Work-Study Programs
Types of Financial Aid Explained: Learn about the different types of financial aid available for students, including loans, grants, and… Read More