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Ascent scholarship opportunities and college planning resources

Preparing for college comes with a lot of important decisions. Through this partnership with Ascent, students and families can access no-essay scholarship giveaways, college planning tools, and educational resources to help them navigate the path to college and beyond.

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Explore scholarship giveaways from Ascent

Scholarships can help reduce future education costs and make reaching your goals more attainable. Explore current no-essay scholarship opportunities from Ascent and take the next step toward your future. Open to both students 14+ & parents! 

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Resources to help you plan for what's next

Whether you're exploring colleges, comparing majors, or looking for ways to pay for school, Ascent offers resources to help you make informed decisions throughout your college journey.

  • Student Loan Calculator - Take the guesswork out of college planning. Estimate monthly payments and total loan costs to better understand your options.
  • College Planning Webinars - Explore live and on-demand webinars covering college costs, financial aid, career planning, and other topics designed to help students and families navigate the journey to and through college.
  • College Planning Articles and Resources - Explore expert guidance on topics including college affordability, scholarship strategies, financial wellness, career planning, and preparing for life after high school.