subject: Looking Into Obama's 'scholarship For Moms' Funding [print this page] Lots of mothers are going back to school since funding has become available through President Barack Obama's Scholarship for Moms program. Single, working moms that earn minimum wage are eligible for this grant. These mothers can keep their jobs while going back to school so that quality of life is not compromised, because the point of the program is to make it better after the degree is earned.
Simply put, mothers will not be able to find a high-paying job without a college degree. Supporting a family is challenging without this type of income because raising a child is not exactly inexpensive. A lot of moms, especially single women, have to work multiple jobs just to make ends meet. This leaves them tired and they barely get to spend time with their loved ones. Obtaining a college degree can change all of that.
The funding comes in amounts as high as $10,000, and the grants can be renewed when the terms run out. The money also does not have to be paid back like a student loan, which eases worries of those who have tight budgets. Some programs allow you to study online, which can help when there are busy schedules that might make you think that going back to school is impossible in your current situation.
If you are curious how getting a degree will benefit you, know that your higher-paying job will let you spend more time with your children because you won't need to work the extra hours. Your family will appreciate this, and admire and respect you for what you are doing.
Start by picking which college you want to earn your degree through, and make sure they have the program you are interested in. You will need to complete a FAFSA form, which determines if you are eligible for the grant. If not, there are many other scholarships that you can apply for.
