Scholarships 4 Moms Blog

For anyone going back to school and looking for financial support, the options can seem daunting. Not only are there many monetary awards available, but they all have different names and conditions. The first step in applying for financial aid, scholarships and grants is understanding what each is.
Financial Aid
For the most part, this is used as an umbrella term.…

The SR Education Group announced today the launch of their new Single Parent Scholarship program, which will award lucky recipients with $2,000. The scholarship will be given out six times a year.
The company created this scholarship for single parents because studies show that 28 percent of single-parent families in the U.S. live at or below the poverty line. For these moms and dads, the thought of spending money and taking time off from work in order to go back to school may seem impossible.…

For parents, deciding to go back to college can be intimidating, but it could be a smart choice. While adults should weigh the costs of further education, they should also remember not to forget its advantages.
A fresh start
If you're simply not happy with your current profession and want a change, returning to school presents you with the opportunity to start anew.…

When searching for financial aid, the application requirements for particular awards can become discouraging, especially for parents returning to school. However, you can use those specifications to your advantage. The key is to locate the scholarships out there that fit you and your interests. After you've filled out your FAFSA and applied for college scholarships for moms, like the awards from the American Association of University Women, start looking for additional unique scholarships.…

This past Tuesday, Wisconsin governor Scott Walker and officials from the University of Wisconsin announced a plan for a new and innovative online degree program.
Keeping adults in mind
Titled the UW Flexible Degree, the program boasts flexibility and aims to help adults begin, continue and complete their degrees after taking time off from school. Walker included himself in this demographic, as he worked for the Red Cross during his senior year and never finished his degree.…

Starting July 1, there will be a new scholarship for mothers returning to college: the Mommy Blogger Scholarship, offered by parenting blog Assistance for Single Mothers. The winner of the annual award will receive $1,000 and the chance to develop her own blog about motherhood.
On Tuesday, blog publishers Influenced Media announced the impending arrival of the scholarship program. In order to apply for the award, mothers simply visit the site and fill out the application.…

School may be out for kids, but many community college and university doors are still open this summer. Now, adults can take advantage of the less crowded campuses, smaller class sizes and more personalized attention (not to mention quieter libraries) synonymous with summer learning.
Research your options
When it comes to campus tours, standard advice warns prospective students against visiting a school during the summer months.…

Once you decide to return to college, you may realize you're not quite sure what field to study. For moms heading back to school, here are some tips for choosing your major:
Do what you love
It's been said a thousand times before, but honestly, you want to pick a major you love and are willing to dedicate yourself to. Plus, after you graduate, this field will become your career area, so it should be a subject that maintains your interest.…

Whether you're a student parent or a mom considering pursuing a college degree in order to improve your job aspects, it's important to know that social media is playing a big role in many peoples' job searches these days.
According to a survey of recent college grads conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), 41 percent of 2012 college graduates in the market for a job are using social media to help them land one.…

A successful graduate of UCLA Extension, one of the country's oldest and largest continuing education providers, is speaking at her alma mater's graduation ceremony about her path to success.
Currently, Judge Elizabeth White works at the Los Angeles County Superior Court. She says her path to a judicial career began by earning a paralegal certificate at UCLA Extension. Before working toward the certificate, she earned an undergraduate degree from the school in French Literature.…