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Find a sanctuary where you can escape to complete your workload

October 13, 2011

Now that you've finished applying for college scholarships and grants and you're making your way onto campus, it's vital that you find a comfortable spot at your school or elsewhere to get some extra work done. As a mother, being at home can provide a number of distractions, so having a place to concentrate solely on your work is vital to your success at college.…

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Even mothers with small children can find ways to make their education a reality

October 12, 2011

One of the fears that grips many mothers who have a desire to go to school to complete a degree program is the mental toll that it could take on their children. Luckily, there are a number of childcare options and ways to manipulate a college schedule so that even mothers with small children can make their career aspirations a reality.…

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Taking advantage of every moment to get ahead in your degree program

October 11, 2011

If you're a mother who's thinking of heading to college to pursue a degree program, balancing your obligations to your children and completing all your necessary coursework may seem daunting. The next few years will certainly be harrowing, but finding free time at unexpected moments can help you get ahead.
When you are assigned reading for one of your classes, this is something you should always have in the car or in your bag.…

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Finding balance between your degree program and your children

October 10, 2011

Mothers are already some of the hardest-working individuals around, and it may seem like a huge burden to throw a degree program on top of that. There are a number of steps you can take to be a good mother and a good student, and it starts by planning things out accordingly.
Planning out your week is a great way to stay organized and find time for school work while fulfilling your obligations to your family.…

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University of Arizona program shows that colleges are responding to needs of student mothers

October 7, 2011

Being a mother and juggling the responsibilities of a degree program can be a harrowing experience, but colleges across the country have begun to respond to the needs of these students to make their lives easier when on campus. The University of Arizona is just one institution that has made a commitment to these student mothers, according to the Daily Wildcat.…

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Set aside a day for yourself to handle the workload of motherhood and college

October 6, 2011

Balancing motherhood and a college degree program may be one of the most difficult times of your life, but it's a sacrifice of time and effort that will surely pay off in the long run. You'll be scrambling to be there for your kids and get your work done, so why not reward your hard work with a day for yourself.…

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Communicate the importance of education to your children by earning a degree

October 5, 2011

As a mother, you try to do everything you can to set a positive example for your children, and the importance of education should be at the top of your list. There's no better way to show your kids just how important knowledge can be to their overall success than by going to college to earn a degree for yourself.
While you may think that a degree could put a strain on your relationship with your children, in actuality you will be providing a positive example for them to follow.…

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Incorporate family time into your busy college schedule

October 3, 2011

As a mother who's heading to college, you may be dealing with the fear of missing out on a significant moment in your child's life or growing apart when you're in the midst of a busy schedule. Family is the most important part of your life, and you can schedule time to be there for your child.
After you've completed research for college scholarships and grants and finally get on campus, the amazing flexibility of higher education could work to your advantage.…

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The flexibility of college can make a degree program a reality for busy mothers

September 28, 2011

Heading back to college to achieve an advanced level of specialization or to get a degree for the first time can be a daunting prospect if you're a mother. Fortunately, the higher education world has responded to the needs of busy, working adults and now offers more degree flexibility than ever before.
Between online learning and institutions that plan their class schedules around the needs of working adults, you can create a course load that will allow you to see your children as often as possible.…

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Set an example for your kids to emulate by heading to college

September 27, 2011

If you have children who are about to head off to high school, they may be as undecided as you are about their college prospects. Now that your kids are getting a bit older, they can take care of many tasks themselves, which can leave you some extra time to set a positive example by going to college to complete a degree program. 
It's never too late to pursue your passion, and with the many college scholarships, federal grants and other forms of financial aid available, higher education is more affordable than ever.…

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