Ascent Blog: For Students

A Guide to FAFSA Eligibility Requirements
Wondering if you qualify for federal financial aid? Learn more about the eligibility requirements while submitting your Free Application for… Read More
Can International Students Apply for FAFSA?
Dec 19, 2023 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students, For Cosigners, For Schools, For College Students
Even though international students can't receive aid from the U.S government, it's still important to complete the FAFSA. Learn more… Read More
Astrology with Ascent: Your Career and Finance Horoscope 
Dec 18, 2023 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students, For High School Students
Ever wondered what astrology signs have to do with finances? Continue reading to find out what Ascent believes your horoscope… Read More
What is FAFSA and how does it work?
Dec 18, 2023 | 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
How Does Student Loan Interest Work?
Nov 21, 2023 | By: Breanna Knight
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: Breanna Knight
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
Oct 19, 2023 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: Blog, For Students, For Cosigners, For Schools, For College Students, For Grad Students
Types of Financial Aid Explained: Learn about the different types of financial aid available for students, including loans, grants, and… Read More
Confused about Federal Student Loan Repayments? Questions from Students, Answers from Ascent 
Ascent hosted an engaging webinar to address what’s on many people’s minds – federal student loan repayment. We know that… Read More
Ask Ascent: From Internship to Full-Time Role
Jul 27, 2023 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students
Internships offer students the chance to gain real-world experiences and grow their professional development skills. Internships may have the potential… Read More
Financial Decisions to Make Your Future Self Proud 
Take the stress out of financial planning for college students with these five key steps. Read More