Scholarships 4 Moms Blog

Mothers going to college often get help paying for their education through single mother scholarships, grants and other financial aid. However, many still have to adhere to a strict budget to make ends meet while they are in school.
One of the biggest expenses college students of all ages have is their textbooks. According to CBS Moneywatch, the average student can expect to spend more than $1,100 on textbooks each year.…

A recent survey conducted by leading social education platform Chegg.com reveals that college students are under major financial pressure and are always looking for a good deal.
The poll found that students spend an average of $500 each month on items such as food, clothing, gas, travel, entertainment and personal care.
In addition, many students said they are worried about the economy and how it will affect their job search.…

There are many things mothers who want to pursue a college degree have to think about before registering for their first class. While figuring out how to finance their education through grants for parents, scholarships and other financial aid is a major consideration, who will care for their children while they are in school is one of the most important decisions they'll make.…

Moms looking for a great place to call home while raising a family and working may want to look at Forbes magazine's recently released list of the best cities for working mothers.
The publication took several factors into account when compiling the list including job opportunities, high earning potential, cost of living, safety, healthcare, average commuting time, education and cost of childcare.…

The holiday season can cause a lot of financial stress for any parent, especially single mothers who are pursuing a college education.
While single mother scholarships, grants for parents and other financial aid help offset the cost of getting a degree, extra expenses for decorations, gifts, holiday cards and attire can quickly add up and cause your budget to be blown.…

The fall semester is quickly coming to an end and final exams are looming for many student parents. While studying for these end-of-semester tests can be stressful, there are ways to do it effectively and ensure you perform well on the exam.
The first thing many successful college students recommend is to start studying early. Reviewing your notes ahead of time will not only help you feel less stressed about a semester's worth of information but will also ensure you have time to speak with a professor, teaching assistant or classmate if you need clarification about something.…

Sleep deprivation is common among mothers, especially those who are serving double duty as students. Whether it's a long list of household to-dos, studying for a test, finishing homework, reading, a child who wakes you up during the night or filling out college scholarship and grant applications, many moms who are pursuing a college degree simply sacrifice sleep along the way.…

The hope of many mothers pursuing a college education is that a degree will help them launch a career they are passionate about and be better able to support their family financially. While the job market remains tough, there's good news for those who will graduate in 2012.
A recent survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) found that employers plan to hire 9.5 percent more graduates from the class of 2012 than they hired from the class of 2011.…

Even though the vast majority of those who pursue a college education say it's worth it, there's no denying the fact that getting a degree is expensive. According to FinAid.org, tuition rates increase at about twice the general inflation rate. On average, tuition tends to increase about 8 percent per year, which means that the cost of college doubles every nine years.…

Graduating from college greatly improves your earning potential, regardless of when you do it.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), in 2010 individuals with a bachelor's degree made an average of $1,038 per week, compared to $767 per week for those with an associate's degree, $712 per week for those with some college (but no degree) and $626 per week for those with a high school diploma.…