Ascent Blog: For Parents and Cosigners

How to Qualify for Student Loans & Eligibility Requirements
Confused about private student loans? Learn how to qualify for private student loans and other eligibility requirements in this blog. Read More
How to Get a Student Loan
There are several ways to get student loans, with a cosigner or without. Read how to get a student loan… Read More
Subsidized vs. Unsubsidized Loans for Students
Subsidized and unsubsidized loans are part of the federal direct loan program and offer students various loan options. Learn more. Read More
How One Student is Pursuing His Dreams
Apr 13, 2023 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: Blog, For Students, For Schools, For Parents and Cosigners
Congratulations to Harsimran Sandhu, our $10,000 Pursue Your Dream Contest winner! We asked students to share their ambitions in a… Read More
What I’ve Learned in College
Apr 04, 2023 | By: Gemma Cook - Social Media Marketing Intern
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students, For High School Students, For Parents and Cosigners
College has been some of the best few years of my life and I've learned a lot along the way… Read More
What is a Cosigner for a Student Loan?
Mar 16, 2023 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Cosigners, For Parents and Cosigners
A cosigner is someone who takes legal responsibility for a loan in addition to the primary borrower. Learn more about… Read More
5 Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Black History Month
Jan 31, 2023 | By: Erica Arvanitis
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students, For Parents and Cosigners
February is Black History Month – read our blog post for a few tips on how to give back and… Read More
Ways to Get Straight A’s in College
Jan 09, 2023 | By: Ruby Kate Galapon - SDSU Ascent Intern
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students, For High School Students, For Parents and Cosigners
If straight A’s is something you're striving for, follow these 13 tips to build the skills needed to achieve good… Read More
Ascent Parents Speak On Student Success
Jan 05, 2023 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: Blog, For Students, For Cosigners, For Parents and Cosigners
New adventures can be intimidating—whether it’s moving to a faraway campus, exploring some new classes, or furthering a budding career… Read More
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