Scholarships 4 Moms Blog

A recent report from the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) finds that the cost of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner has increased by 13 percent this year.
The annual nationwide study employs volunteer shoppers from 35 states to hunt down the best prices on items including a 16-pound turkey, stuffing, cranberries, pumpkin pie and all the basic trimmings. The AFBF found that the average price for the holiday meal for 10 people this year is $49.20, up $5.73 from last year's cost.…

It's that time of year for school-aged kids and their parents everywhere - parent-teacher conference time.
While you no doubt want to touch base with your children's teachers to make sure they are doing well or to raise any concerns, adding conferences to your already busy schedule can feel overwhelming for student parents, and especially single mothers who cannot share the conference-attending duties with a spouse.…

It's a question moms in all stages of their lives hear on a daily basis: what's for dinner? For mothers who are working on getting their college degree, figuring what to make for their families can be especially challenging, given their lack of free time for grocery shopping, preparing food and cooking.
While it's easy enough to order take-out from a favorite restaurant or fast food place, these meals can be expensive and unhealthy, especially when eaten often.…

A new economic study makes a good case for anyone considering pursuing a college degree to boost their earning potential and achieve their dreams.
According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, the study titled "The Economic State of Young America" found that most of the millenial generation, which includes individuals born between 1977 and 1993, believe there is a financial disparity between them and their parents - nearly half think they are worse off, while 20 percent think they are doing better.…

Going back to college as an adult is becoming an increasingly popular option for many mothers. Recent statistics from the U.S. Department of Education reveal that adult students are the fastest growing educational demographic, and these numbers are steadily increasing.
Many mothers who return to college to pursue a degree enjoy the casual wardrobe that they can wear as students. If they are pursuing an online degree, pajamas and sweat pants may even be staples of their wardrobe.…

There are many reasons mothers choose to go back to school to pursue a college degree - gaining confidence, happiness and fulfillment are just a few of them. Of course many also say that they decide to go to college for financial reasons.
Having a college degree significantly boosts one's earning potential, making it easier for moms to support and provide for their children and families.…

Whether they already have a college degree or not, the difficult economy is the perfect reason moms should consider going back to college now.
Many women who are unexpectedly laid off, or who have spouses who have lost their jobs, are faced with the challenge of figuring out what's next for their families. Even those who are not out of work may realize that they are bored, unhappy and not working to their full potential.…

The main reason many mothers pursuing a college degree choose to take their courses online is that this allows them to work when it's convenient for them - when their kids are at school, napping or at night.
While the flexibility an online degree program offers busy moms is definitely a selling point, there are also other reasons many women choose to go the high-tech route rather than the more traditional in-person route.…

While financing a college degree is made easier through various college scholarships, grants for parents and other financial aid, many mothers returning to school face a variety of daily challenges related to balancing motherhood with being a student. Figuring out how and where to study while keeping little ones happy is one of these challenges.
Obviously, carving out homework or study time for yourself when your children are at school, daycare or otherwise occupied by someone else is ideal.…

There are many more reasons to incorporate exercise into your already hectic college and family schedule than being able to fit into your favorite pair of jeans.
The New York Times reports that a 2010 study presented at the American College of Sports Medicine's annual meeting found that college students who regularly engage in vigorous exercise get better grades. In addition, experts say that exercising helps reduce stress, boost self-confidence and improve overall health.…