Scholarships 4 Moms Blog

New grants for parents are helping more adults return to school and earn a degree in between taking care of their families. However, scholarships for moms have been assisting nontraditional students for years as they attempt to better their careers and obtain a higher education.
There are numerous benefits that come with applying for scholarships. As the cost of tuition continues to rise, more people are turning to these forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses associated with enrolling in a postsecondary institution.…

When applying for financial aid for moms, it's important to know how you are going to repay any loans you may receive. Student loans can help you pay for higher education, but you have to remember that you must return that money eventually. Each loan will have its own requirements for repayment, but here are a few subjects to pay careful attention to with any loan.…

As a parent, you already know how tough it can be to try and pinch pennies while you cover the cost of everything from groceries to bills. Having kids means you have extra mouths to feed, and these expenses will only grow as your family expands.
Once you decide to go back to school, you'll need to take the initiative to stay on budget to avoid breaking the bank while you earn a degree.…

A wide variety of organizations and community groups throughout the country offer financial support that can help students fuel their mission. Some are well-known and easily recognizable, but often this means those organizations get the bulk of applicants and acceptance is much more competitive. Here are some women-specific college scholarship opportunities that fly under the radar.
Philanthropic Educational Organization
Since 1869, the PEO has grown from a tiny membership of seven students at Iowa Wesleyan College to a quarter of a million members in almost 6,000 chapters across the United States and Canada.…

Ashworth College, a leading online school offering a variety of degrees, certificate programs and career training, has recently announced the winners of its 2012 ACCESS Scholarship.
The Ashworth College Continuing Education for Student Success scholarship program offers awards with a combined value of $25,000 annually to prospective students.
Glendora Bention, one lucky recipient from North Carolina, recently completed her Associates in Business Management through the online school and will now enter the bachelor's degree program.…

Even before you know which college scholarships you're going to apply for, it's smart to prepare for the application process. Since most applications have several components, it takes more than a few hours and a couple clicks to compile all the necessary documents and information.
Make a spreadsheet
Whether on a sheet of paper or using computer software such as Microsoft Excel or Google Spreadsheets, create an organized system in which you can keep track of each important document and application.…

The online student resource GoCollege recently awarded Sarah Arnold with the first Abacus Scholarship Sweepstakes of 2012. In a unique fashion, this scholarship selects its winners at random, meaning anyone can win, from sports stars to college moms. The organization presents those chosen with winnings of $1,234.
The website was founded in 1997 and provides students with information and tips about admissions and finances at university, helping manage college costs with the scholarships, another of which will be offered in December.…

When applying for financial aid for moms, students will often come across applications that require essays. Although writing all these samples may seem daunting, with a few simple tips, they don't have to be an intimidating challenge.
Reading the instructions
The first step to creating a great essay is carefully examining the question and all of its parts. In order to write the best piece you can, be sure to answer every aspect of the question.…

Anyone heading to college, especially moms, should consider submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, as it provides an opportunity for students to receive financial aid from the U.S. government. The FAFSA is available in print and online, and the official website provides directions as you progress. However, you may encounter some issues or questions along the way.…

Single mom Nicole Schmidt was recently announced as the winner of the June 2012 $2,000 Mom Scholarship from SR Education Group. Schmidt currently attends Marion Technical College (MCT) in Ohio while raising her two children.
SR Education's scholarships for moms and single parents are based on their submitted applications, which focus on three questions: how a college degree will help their children, what their financial circumstances are and why they have chosen their specific major.…