Scholarships 4 Moms Blog

Republican presidential hopeful Rick Santorum is ruffling some feathers in higher education.
At a recent event in Michigan, Santorum talked about President Obama's goal for America to have the highest percentage of college graduates by 2020.
"President Obama once said he wants everybody in America to go to college. What a snob," the Washington Post reported Santorum as saying.
While the quote may sound worse than it was intended to, supporters say that Santorum was in no way trying to lessen the importance of a college education.…

Moms who are pursuing a college degree while raising a family most likely feel that their time is valuable. After all, this busy period in their lives often leaves them little or no free time.
But student parents aren't the only ones who feel a time crunch in their daily lives. Many people tend to view their time as a precious commodity, especially those who have little of it.…

Morning can be one of the most stressful times of the day for busy moms, especially those who are trying to get themselves and their kids ready and out the door for school every day. Whether your kids are old enough to get themselves ready in the morning or not, there are some easy ways to simplify your morning routine and help get the day off to a good start for everyone.…

Committing to go to college and pursue a bachelor's degree takes a lot of consideration. Luckily, moms who make this decision have various ways to help offset the high cost of an education such as grants for parents, single mother scholarships and other scholarships for mothers.
Whether you're a mom who's pursuing a college degree while working or you're about to enter the workforce, you may have already faced the challenge of finding childcare for your kids.…

Many moms pursuing a college degree are doing so in order to expand their career opportunities and help ensure their families' financial independence.
Grants for parents, college scholarships and other financial aid make it possible for many to afford getting a college education.
But whether they're balancing the demands of raising a family with going to school or trying to perfect the work-life balance after graduating and entering the workforce, they often think that some people - especially celebrities - make it look so easy.…

Are you looking for a reason to take the plunge and go back to college to pursue your dream of getting a degree and finding a job?
Getting a bachelor's degree can help moms of all ages increase their marketability in a competitive job environment as well as their earning potential.
According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), in 2009, the average salary for adults aged 25 to 34 with a bachelor's degree was $15,000 more per year than it was for those with a high school diploma or other equivalent degree.…

Many experts say that the best way to ensure one's success in a certain field is to be passionate about it. In other words, it's important to truly like what you're doing in order to do a great job and enjoy a long, successful career.
Individuals who love fashion have several options for turning their passion into a career.
Aspiring fashion designers can choose between attending an art school or a more traditional college or university.…

There's good news for anyone who can't stand the way tight, restrictive clothing makes them feel. Experts say snug-fitting items like skinny jeans, control-top pantyhose, body shapers (such as Spanx) and other pieces made with Lycra or Spandex may actually be hazardous to your health.
According to the Wall Street Journal, wearing tight clothing can result in nerve damage, blood clots and even digestive issues.…

The cost of getting a college degree can cause some people to put their dream of pursuing one on hold.
According to the College Board, the average tuition for the 2011-2012 school year at a four-year, public college or university is $8,244 for in-state residents and $12,526 for those who live out-of-state. The average tuition at private, four-year colleges and universities is $28,500.…

A 56-year-old married man attending a Michigan University has been suspended for a class assignment that school officials deemed too racy.
According to ABC News, Joseph Corlett is a countertop refinisher who is pursuing a degree in writing and rhetoric at Oakland University. He was enrolled in an Advanced Critical Writing class when the incident occurred.
His teacher, Pamela Mitzelfeld, became uncomfortable when Corlett turned in a journal writing assignment titled "Hot for Teacher" that described his attraction to her.…