subject: 2011 Single Parent Scholarships - Single Moms and Dads Return to School Thanks to $10,000 Scholarships and Grants [print this page] 2011 Single Parent Scholarships - Single Moms and Dads Return to School Thanks to $10,000 Scholarships and Grants
Single parent scholarships are becoming very popular, and with good reason. The federal government, under the Obama administration, has set out to increase funding for single moms and single dads who wish to return to college, university, or trade school. These scholarships are available to almost every single parent, regardless of your GPA, employment, place of residence, or age of your children.
Obama has already increased several government grants and scholarships, such as the Federal Pell Grant, and is setting forth legislation to increase single parent scholarships even more in 2011. These programs can provide parents with money for tuition, books, childcare, transportation, and even living expenses like groceries, rent, and utility bills. The best part is that, unlike student loans, this money never needs to be paid back, it is truly free money.
The majority of single parents and students avoid apply for scholarships simply because they do not know where or how to apply. However, thanks to the internet this is no longer an issue. There are several government and private websites that offer online application forms which can show you which programs are available to you, and can even guide you through the application process. Usually all that is required is some basic personal information and you will instantly see how much money you are eligible to receive.
One excellent way to use your single parent scholarship is to study through an online college or university. By studying online with an accredited school, you can work towards your degree of choice without having to leave your kids home alone. Being a mom or dad is time consuming, so having the flexibility to study when it fits your schedule is priceless, especially when your tuition is paid in full by a single parent scholarship!
