Ascent Blog: Tag: Tips

Your Guide to Voting in College: Tips for Students and First-Time Voters
Being a college student means you’re consistently busy. Whether it’s figuring out where to live, what classes to take, or… Read More
10 Key Financial Terms To Know Before You Graduate
Transitioning out of school can be overwhelming and often comes with many changes. Whether it’s graduating from high school, moving… Read More
How to Make a Digital Portfolio as a Student
Dec 20, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Students
I like to think of portfolios as an extension of a resume. Portfolios are filled with things I wish to… Read More
5 Ascent Interns Share Their Best Productivity Tips
We asked 5 Ascent interns to share their best productivity tips for balancing academics, work, and other commitments. Read More
Conversations on Coaching with Felicia Wetzel, Ascent’s Student Success Coach
Jul 26, 2022 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For High School Students, For Students
Felicia Wetzel is a part of the Ascent team, driving students to become their best selves through her expertise as… Read More
What is a 529 College Savings Plan? How to Save for Your Student’s College Fund
Oct 20, 2023 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Cosigners, For Parents and Cosigners
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
Feb 19, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students
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
Oct 20, 2023 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For High School Students, For Students
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
Oct 20, 2023 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, Credit Card, For Cosigners, For Students
What is a credit score, and what exactly is a "good" credit score? Learn the basics of credit scores and… Read More
The SMART Goal Method
Jan 04, 2023 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Cosigners
There’s a better way to reach your goal of saving more. When setting your own goals for 2023, consider how… Read More