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Old January 27th 08, 07:42 AM posted to alt.support.single-parents
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Default Scholarships For Single Mothers

Are you a single mother in debt trying to make your way through school
hoping to attain a better education so you can support your family? If
so you should consider applying for a scholarship.

What is a scholarship?

A scholarship is a grant of financial aid awarded to a student, as for
the purpose of attending a college.

Scholarships are beneficial because it allows a student to cover all
or a fraction of his/her college expenditures without having to pay
the money back. The majority of scholarships come from federal funds,
with the remaining balance coming from private organizations. As a
student takes a step forward in his/her education and chooses a career
path, more opportunities will become accessible. Scholarships can be
based on: region, academic performance, religious affiliation, sports,
ethnic background, military status, intended major.

Where to find out more information on scholarships

As a single mother it's always best to investigate on known avenues,
such as State Department for Higher Education for residents, a high
school guidance office, an academic department or college's financial
aid office, free internet searches or libraries. One area that is not
searched as often but should is a parent's company, or even student
employers, so if you are a single mother working and going to school
contact your employer to see if there are scholarships available.

Scholarship for Single Mother

With so many scholarships being available it can often be difficult to
choose which one is best for you. Narrow your search by which you
believe best meets eligibility factors, and then take the time to
devote persuasive applications that include transcripts, proof of
eligibility, personal essays, recommendation letters, etc. Make sure
to follow directions carefully, as well as giving yourself enough time
to put together a great application opposed to something being done at
the last minute. Follow directions, proofread your work, double check
that, apply early and keep copies for your records. Scholarship for
Single Mother: Beware of Scholarship Scams

There are entities that state that there's millions of scholarship
dollars that go unused every year. This is incorrect, as the greater
part of the funds comes from the federal

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