Scholarships for Moms
April 14th, 2009 - By Laci Wright

In today’s competitive world, having an education is more important than ever. But how do single or working mothers balance earning their degree with their hectic schedules? There is a solution: Scholarships4Moms.net is a website designed to help women both achieve their higher education goals and maintain their families.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 80% of single working moms lack the education they need to get ahead. Gaining additional skills leads to better job opportunities – and can be very beneficial for your family. The U.S. Department of Labor also crunched the numbers and people who have an Associate’s degree earn an extra $6,500 a year, and with a Bachelor’s degree, you can earn an extra $19,000 a year.

Going back to school can be difficult for people, especially working moms for whom money is tight.  But if you’re having trouble figuring out how to afford to extra costs of a babysitter or the tuition itself, don’t lose hope!

Scholarships4moms.net is offering $10,000 scholarship for working mothers for the upcoming Fall semester. You can use the money for tuition, babysitters or even save some it for your children’s future educational costs.

The deadline to apply is April 30th and this scholarship is open to all U.S. residents over the age of 18.

If you’re a working single mom wanting to go back to school and make a better life for yourself and your family, don’t put it off – take the next step to a better future.


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