Alyssa Pascarella

April 29, 2022
Alyssa is recent graduate of Salve Regina University and eager to help other students navigate the path of college planning, financing aid and internships. She began working at RISLA as an intern while a college student and joined us full time the summer of 2017.
Articles By Alyssa Pascarella

Being Your Own Boss and the Importance of Self-Discipline in College

Gone are the days when your parents told you when it was time to wake up, do your homework, clean your room, or do your ...

Common Application Tips & Reminders

Don’t let the thought of completing your college applications stress you out. Think about it as an opportunity to write ...

RISLA Ranked in Top 3 Student Loan Lenders in 2020 by Forbes Advisor

At RISLA, we have some exciting news to share with our community. Last week, Forbes Advisor ranked RISLA in the Top 3 of the ...

Comparing Student Loan Options - Wisely

If you are in need of a loan for college, it is important that you understand how to compare your options in order to get ...

How Tuition Payment Plans Can Reduce Borrowing Need

If you’re headed back to school in the fall or are already enrolled at a college or university, it’s time to start thinking ...

What You Need to Know Before You Borrow for College

Remember to limit the amount you borrow! For every dollar you borrow, you will have to pay back more than that dollar with ...