Navigating Education Evolution: An Ask Me Anything session with Ascent’s CEO Ken Ruggiero
Education is always evolving, and keeping track of the changes can be overwhelming. From critical FAFSA updates to new Department… 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
EFC Meaning: What Happened to EFC?
Learn about Expected Family Contribution (EFC), now called the Student Aid Index (SAI), and its role in determining financial aid… Read More
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
When do I have to pay back my student loans?
The world of higher education often means navigating student loans, which can sometimes be confusing. These loans can be a… Read More
How to Get Student Loans for Past Due Tuition
How to Get Student Loans for Past-Due Tuition: A Comprehensive Guide Budgeting for college can be challenging, and past-due tuition… Read More
FAFSA Simplification Act: Changes to the FAFSA
Ascent Funding walks you through the changes that will be happening to the FAFSA with the FAFSA Simplification Act. Read More
When is FAFSA Due for the 2024-25 School Year? Deadlines & FAQs for Students
Worried about missing important FAFSA deadlines for the upcoming school year? Ascent Funding outlines all of the financial aid deadlines… 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
