Scholarships 4 Moms Blog

For single moms on a budget, there isn't a lot of spare change floating around in bank accounts at the end of each month to cover additional expenses, making basic things seem like a luxury. Financial aid for moms only protects their interests in assuring they can still go to school, but if something happens to their homes, that process could be undermined, regardless.…

The holiday season is a time of friendship, family and togetherness, as well as a lot of parties, plenty of cookies and enough miscellaneous baked goods to blow out anyone's waistline. For single moms, worrying about college scholarships and kids is enough trouble on its own without also being concerned about fitting into professional clothing after the holidays. With money tight and stress mounting about how to curb spending while still having a good time, single moms need to be mindful of what they eat.…

There's only so far that a single mom can get on her own before she might need to ask for help. Balancing work, school, home and kids would be difficult for any person, and even more so when handling all of these facets alone. In light of the holidays, many single moms are encouraged to look beyond college scholarships for other kinds of assistance that may help with making the season more merry.…

It may seem like affording college is impossible for single moms already stretched thin by the needs of home and children, but there are alternative forms of income available for those who know where to look for them. One of course is financial aid for moms, and the other is finding work. Not all jobs need to be retail positions, though.…

For many moms with college scholarships, the upcoming final exam season could mean the difference between passing and failing certain classes. Cramming at the last minute won't help bring up grade point averages, but with work and family to contend with, it may seem like there isn't any time left in the day to devote to hitting the books. Especially with Thanksgiving and the winter holidays right around the corner, attention can easily be distracted to these other activities, leaving coursework to suffer.…

For single moms, there may not be a lot of money left over in the event of a vehicular emergency. Many see their cars as their lifeline to work, school and beyond, relying on these machines to get them basic sustenance and bring them to entertainment. When these cars break down, they can be very costly to repair, meaning any steps a single mom with a college scholarship can do on her own to keep her roadworthy are vital.…

Going back to school might mean a whole new wardrobe, a different life schedule and possibly even technology to facilitate this change. Single moms with college scholarships may be hard-pressed to afford such tools as laptops and tablet computers, things that can make going to class, taking notes, studying and writing assignments much easier. On the other hand, some educational outlets offer discounted and even free computers, so making a conscious decision about which is a better fit on an individual level can be a great help.…

Being uncomfortable in the classroom can easily lead to distraction, and single moms with college scholarships need to pay close attention. They have so much riding on them and so many factors in the balance that little things like being too cold shouldn't be allowed to interfere with the learning process. There are plenty of obstacles in the path to higher education, but knowing what some of these are can help moms plan ahead and avoid them as best they can.…

The cold weather brings plenty of stuffy noses and cold symptoms, but taking a day off for illness could be harmful to the wellbeing of a college scholarship. There are plenty of ways to avoid falling ill this season, but not all moms feel they have the time to take these precautions. Failing to do so, though, could wind up costing them later when they can't get to class or make it to work.…

When it comes to making wholesome family dinners, there may not feel like enough time in the day for single moms with college scholarships to get through all the other tasks that need to get done. On the other hand, skipping meals with kids can fray families, and not eating together can make everyone feel less healthy and energetic. There are options available besides takeout food or microwave meals that are both nutritious and inexpensive.…