Whoever said, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks” obviously hasn’t stepped foot on a college campus in some time. Today, more adults are heading back to the classroom to learn a few ‘new tricks’ for a variety of reasons; some may have been displaced in the workforce or need a degree to move up the corporate ladder. There are also those who have postponed their education due to family obligations or other mitigating factors. Although these non-traditional students may have a few years on their classmates, they do share one thing in common – the desire to graduate with as little student loan debt as possible. A common misconception among adult students is that they are ineligible for financial aid and scholarships. Fortunately, this is not the case. It may seem as though scholarship programs are focused mainly on high school seniors, but there are also hundreds of awards targeted to those who have been around the block a few times. Here are just a few of the many scholarships that are open to non-traditional students. Read the rest of this entry »
Your mother may very well be the most important person in your life. She was with you from the moment you entered this world, and she has probably played a significant role in helping to shape you into the person you are today. Mothers juggle several different roles: cook, seamstress, chauffeur, nurse, teacher and so much more! They often put their own needs last, especially when money is tight. For many, the dream of earning a college degree may seem unattainable because of family responsibilities and limited funds. This Mother’s Day, encourage your mom to pursue her dream of a college education and help her find and apply for some of the many scholarships available to women and mothers. Read the rest of this entry »
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