Key Takeaways

  • 309 total complaints on file with the CFPB.
  • Most complaints are about Student loan (137).
  • Timely response rate: 98.7%.
  • Consumer disputed rate: 0.0% of resolved complaints.
309 Total complaints
98.7% Timely response rate
0.0% Consumer disputed rate
Student loan Most common product

Complaints by Product

The following table shows how complaints against Ascendium Education Group break down by financial product category.

Product Complaints % of Total
Student loan 137 44.3%
Debt collection 110 35.6%
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports 54 17.5%
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports 8 2.6%

Most Common Issues

These are the specific issues consumers most frequently report about Ascendium Education Group.

Dealing with your lender or servicer 92
Incorrect information on your report 49
Attempts to collect debt not owed 48
Written notification about debt 30
Struggling to repay your loan 23
Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem 21
Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 11
False statements or representation 9
Communication tactics 8
Improper use of your report 6

Company Response Breakdown

When consumers file complaints, Ascendium Education Group responds in one of several ways. The breakdown below shows how Ascendium Education Group has resolved complaints.

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 309 100%

Complaints by State

Top states where consumers have filed complaints against Ascendium Education Group.

Your Rights

What to do if you have a complaint against Ascendium Education Group

  1. Contact Ascendium Education Group directly. Many issues can be resolved by calling their customer service line or submitting a written complaint.
  2. File a complaint with the CFPB. Visit consumerfinance.gov/complaint. The company must respond within 15 days.
  3. File with your state attorney general. Your state AG's consumer protection division investigates patterns of complaint.
  4. Consult a consumer protection attorney. If you've suffered financial harm, an attorney can advise you on your legal options including potential lawsuits.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many complaints does Ascendium Education Group have?

    Ascendium Education Group has 309 consumer complaints on file with the CFPB as of our last data refresh.

  • What is the most common complaint about Ascendium Education Group?

    The most common issue reported is Dealing with your lender or servicer with 92 complaints.

  • How do I file a complaint against Ascendium Education Group?

    You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. The company is required to respond within 15 days. You can also contact your state attorney general or consult a consumer protection attorney.

  • Does Ascendium Education Group respond to complaints on time?

    Ascendium Education Group has a 98.7% timely response rate, meaning that percentage of complaints received a response within the CFPB's required timeframe.

Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — Consumer Complaint Database. Accessed April 2026.