I'm trying to help my mom find scholarships since she's planning to go back to college while working full-time. Are there scholarships specifically for working mothers? Any advice or resources would be highly appreciated!
Indeed, there are scholarships explicitly designed for working mothers who are returning to school. It's heartening to see your mom motivated to further her education while balancing being a mother and working full-time. Here are a few examples:
1. The Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation offers five awards annually to low-income mothers who are pursuing their first degree or training.
2. The Jeannette Rankin Women's Scholarship Fund is for women who are 35 or older and are enrolled in a vocational or associate degree program.
3. The Assistance League's Adult scholarship program Awards are given to single parents or those financially responsible for dependents.
There are also many other scholarships and grants available for non-traditional students or students facing financial hardships, which might also apply to your mom even if they aren't strictly for working moms.
Your local community college or university's financial aid office is a valuable resource as they can direct you towards scholarships that are specific to your area or the school your mom plans to attend.
Lastly, check out online search tools such as Appily and Fastweb to find more scholarships that your mom may qualify for. Remember to be cautious of scholarship scams that ask for a fee to apply or guarantee a scholarship.
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