Scholarships 4 Moms Blog

Mothers who are considering starting or going back to college to pursue a bachelor's degree often have to think about finances first. After all, enrolling in either a part-time or full-time program can be expensive. In addition, there are a lot of additional expenses parents must consider when deciding whether or not to make the move - child care, transportation, books and other supplies, for example.…

There's definitely truth to the thinking that a college degree helps boost earning potential, according to a recent survey released by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).
NACE’s Winter 2012 Salary Survey report revealed that those who graduated in 2011 enjoyed higher starting salaries than those who graduated in 2010.
Overall, 2011 graduates at the bachelor’s degree level began their first post-graduation job with an average salary of $41,701 - up 2.3 percent over the average salary for Class of 2010 graduates.…

There is no denying the fact that paying for college can be financially stressful. The Huffington Post recently reported that the average member of the class of 2010 had accrued more than $25,000 in student loan debt upon graduating.
While many people pursue a college degree to ensure their financial independence in the future, being strapped with student loans can make it difficult.…

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the job prospects for registered nurses are expected to be excellent over the next decade. In addition, the average annual salary for a registered nurse in the U.S. is more than $62,000, making it both a rewarding and lucrative career for many people.
Nursing is a popular job for many mothers who want a job that offers them flexibility to work while raising a family.…

Teaching is a profession that is popular among mothers who want a fulfilling career that allows them to be off when their children are home, such as on holidays and during the summer.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia require public school teachers to be licensed. Licensing criteria varies by state but often requires a bachelor's degree.…

Higher education is steadily becoming more available to students from all walks of life. Thankfully, you've probably already received help in the form of single mother scholarships, which are dedicated to making it possible for anyone who is motivated to get a degree make their dreams come true.
As a single parent, you are likely well aware of the value of having a supportive community that you can rely on in times of need.…

The popularity of attending college online continues to grow. According to a recent report titled the Survey of Online Learning, conducted by Babson Survey Research Group and the College Board, the number of students taking at least one online course has surpassed 6 million. Now nearly one-third of all students in higher education are taking at least one online course.
"The rate of growth in online enrollments is ten times that of the rate in all higher education," said study co-author I.…

There's no denying that pursuing a college degree is hard. Depending on your school and your major, you may have to take one or more classes that either don't interest you at all or are extremely challenging.
Other circumstances may also contribute to a failing grade such as missed classes, late assignments, a poor teacher or bad performance on a test or exam.…

College students in Texas now have another expense in addition to paying for their tuition.
Lawmakers recently passed a law that requires new and transfer students under the age of 30 get a meningitis vaccination before starting their studies. That means that anyone under 30 who is starting college, going back to college or transferring to a new college must be vaccinated before he or she can start taking classes.…

A Michigan college has released the new list of words that it says should be banned from the English language.
The Lake Superior State University's (LSSU) 2012 Banished Words List includes words many people say are overused, misused, silly or made-up.
This year's list includes "baby bump," "man cave," "shared sacrifice," "blowback," "the new normal," "pet parent," "trickeration," "occupy," "win the future," thank you in advance" and "ginormous."
One word that made the list and might surprise some is "amazing." USA Today reports that the word received more than 1,500 nominations, more than any other word on the list.…