Ascent Partners with Social Finance to Support The Master’s Apprentice Program!
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
What is EFC (SAI), and What Does it Mean on FAFSA?
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
How to Prepare for Student Loan Repayment
The federal student loan payment pause is set to end soon. Make sure you are financially prepared with information from… 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
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’re Having Trouble Finding a Cosigner
Wondering what to do if you can't find a cosigner to cosign your student loan? Read about five options you… Read More
