Ascent Blog: Tag: loans for students
How Does Student Loan Interest Work?
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?
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
Why Do I Need a Cosigner for my Student Loan?
You may wonder: Do I need a cosigner and why? Ascent breaks down 5 reasons why you need a cosigner… Read More
What is EFC and What Does it Mean on FAFSA?
Expected Family Contribution (EFC) determines how much financial aid you would receive based on your family's taxed and untaxed income,… Read More
A Guide to How FAFSA Works
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form current and future students need to fill out to… 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 Overcome the Stress of Student Loan Debt
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
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College Loan
For students seeking their undergraduate or graduate degree from a university or college.
Bootcamp Loan
For students attending a coding bootcamp school pursuing a degree in technology, professional training, or licensure training.