Scholarships 4 Moms Blog

While the decision on whether to be a stay-at-home mom or a working mom is a personal one that involves a lot of different considerations, those thinking about going back to school to get a college education and pursue a career might be interested in the results of a new survey released by Gallup.
The poll of more than 60,000 American women revealed that stay-at-home moms are more likely to be depressed, sad or angry compared to their working counterparts.…

A recent survey of the college graduating class of 2012 conducted by job search engine website SimplyHired.com revealed that job security is among the biggest concern for many students about to enter the workforce.  The majority (33 percent) of new college grads selected job security as the most important characteristic of a potential employer.
"The focus on job security is significant, as this year's graduates entered college during the height of the recession," said Gautam Godhwani, CEO ofSimplyHired.com.…

Many people want to pursue a college degree in order to start a new career. While some people know exactly what they want to study as well as what they want to do when they graduate, others have a hard time narrowing down their options.
Those who need help figuring out what they might enjoy doing - and what they are likely to be good at - may consider taking a career skill assessment test online.…

The idea of a "cushy" job that requires little time and effort but pays well is a dream-come-true for some people. Realistically, most of us know that even the jobs that seem easy take some effort, even if it was years of hard work and dedication put forth in order to be able to sit back and reap the benefits later on.…

There are many benefits associated with getting a college degree at any age. It can help you fulfill a lifelong goal, increases your marketability in the job market and boosts your earning potential.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2011, individuals with a bachelor's degree made an average of $1,053 per week, compared to $768 per week for those with an associate degree, $719 per week for those with some college (but no degree) and $638 per week for those with a high school diploma.…

Being a mom can be tough, regardless of whether you stay at home, work outside of the home or are pursuing a college degree. But a Wisconsin mother who works, is going to college to become a nurse and raising a family is proving that it can be done.
According to the Herald Times, 41-year-old Kelly Ness is currently going to school full time while working 30 hours per week as a nursing assistant.…

While getting a college degree can help improve one's job marketability and earning potential, a new survey suggests those who graduate this year may be poised to do even better than last year's graduates when it comes to getting a job offer.
The 2012 Student Survey, conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), revealed that 25.5 percent of this year's grads already have a job, compared to last year, when 24 percent of those graduating knew where they were going to work.…

Those graduating from college this spring are sure to get advice from a lot of different people - their family members, friends and professors, for instance. However, many may be discouraged at some of the unsolicited advice they receive regarding the job market and their career.
The author of a book on prosperity is weighing in as well, by offering these new graduates some of his own advice - ignore the negativity.…

A difficult job market has forced many college students and recent graduates to resort to desperate measures to find the job of their dreams. Some take low-paying entry level positions in hopes of impressing someone and being promoted. Others opt for internships, hoping that a temporary position will turn into something more permanent down the road.
The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) reports that more than half of students in the class of 2011 had internships, however nearly half (48 percent) of them were unpaid.…

Many moms who return to college to obtain a bachelor's degree look forward to the day they graduate and can start the career they've always dreamed of.
Whether you paid for your education yourself, depended on various grants for parents or college scholarships or took out loans, earning a regular paycheck is another part of graduating that is highly anticipated. Even better, with a degree in hand, experts say you'll boost your earning potential significantly. 
According to the U.S.…