College funding options for single parents
September 12, 2011
Being a single mother is one of the toughest gigs around and you may be struggling to make ends meet and be there for your family. Working two jobs and constantly being in debt is no way to go through life, so if you really want to make a positive impact in your children's lives, heading to college to complete a degree will give you an instant leg up in a tough job market.
One of the biggest stumbling blocks for single mothers is finding the requisite funding to pay for tuition. Consider pursuing an online degree, which will allow you to work at your own pace, be there for your kids and is typically much more affordable than a four-year university.
There are also countless college scholarships, financial aid for parents and single parent grants that are available to individuals who set aside the time to research them. Communicate how a college degree would change your life and demonstrate your willingness to see it through to the end.
College is more affordable than ever, so even if you're trying to do it all on your own, there are options out there that will make higher education a reality.
