Ascent Blog: For Students

When Does Student Loan Interest Start To Accrue?
When does interest start to accrue on student loans? Ascent explains when student loans start to accrue interest and when… 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
School Codes in FAFSA: Adding, Removing & Editing
Jan 13, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Cosigners, For Schools, For Students
Need to update your school information on the FAFSA? Learn more about the process of adding, editing, or deleting a… Read More
Can International Students Apply for FAFSA?
Jul 30, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Cosigners, For Schools, For 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
How Does Student Loan Interest Work?
Dec 20, 2024 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Grad Students, For Students
Differences between interest and APR in student loans If you’re exploring different ways to pay for college or graduate school,… Read More
What is a Stafford Loan?
Jan 17, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Schools, For Students
Understanding Stafford loans & how to apply 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
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
Jan 09, 2025 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For Students
Internships offer students the chance to gain real-world experiences and grow their professional development skills. Internships may have the potential… Read More