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Going to Law School with a One Year Old
... try www.fastweb.com for grants and scholarships, that is what I am doing .... What Is Your Opinion of Teens Taking a "Gap Year" Between H.S and College? ...
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- N., I am sure you can do it! You just need to be organized, and be prepared for some long nights. I was in scholl when I got pregnant, I had 3 semesters ahead of ...
- N., I went to law school before my son was born. Then I worked for a few years as a tax attorney before he was born. After he was born, I worked part time. I've ...
- Hey N., I had my daughter when I was still in school, the semester that I was going to have her I worked really hard to finish early and my techers were very understa...
Grants and Scholarships for College
Asked by G.F. from Dallas
on September 22, 2008
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Hey there - does anyone know of tried and TRUE websites to get grants and scholarships for my 2nd year college daughter - her major is elementary education. Her dad l...
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- there is a new grant called TEACH. she would have to commit to a low income district for a few years but they pretty much cover everything.. definitely something to re...
- she should contact the financial aide office at her school, they would be able to direct her to grants/scholarships that she would qualify for, & also they can help wi...
- Talk to the school financial aid office. The current years financial aid is based off of last years income but if there has been a significant change in income (such ...
Prep for College Scholarships
Asked by A.H. from Honolulu
on October 3, 2006
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Does any one of how to get my kids ready for scholarships? I've heard of things like that over the radio, but I can't seem to find anything specific on the net. I've...
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- I have three in college and one on her way in the fall. The key things they look for are grades and extra curricular activities. If your kids keep up good grades...
- I'm in the process of working on my Nurse Practioner's license and would be BROKE if it weren't for scholarships! It's an excellent idea that your getting them starte...
- From what I remember about high school, there are different kinds of scholarships: academic (for good grades), merit-based, citizenship (community awareness and involv...
Seeking Grants
Asked by L.W. from Detroit
on June 24, 2007
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I am in college right now and still have about five years ahead of me. I was wondering if anyone knew where I could find money, grants, scholarships for working moms....
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- Besides being a lawyer, I teach at Rochester College in Rochester, MI. They have an accelerated program which means that if you are over age 24 years you can complete...
- Hi L. - If you haven't already, I would make an appointment with the schools financial aid office. They should have a book/listing of grants/scholarships and a fin...
- Hello, And I hate to piggyback off of your post, but... I'm kind of in the same boat. I got accepted to a program at Western last fall and still haven't returned ...
Grants...Scholarship?
Asked by K.D. from Oklahoma City
on December 9, 2007
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Does anyone know of a good way to get grants and scholarship for college? please let me know! thanks
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- There are a couple of websites where you can do some free searches for scholarships. Never pay for it when you can get it free. You'll also need to fill out some infor...
- I would ask the admissions officer of the college you are wanting to go to. They should help you fill out forms and tell you what programs you qualify for on the spot...
- Go to www.fastweb.com. You will fill out a profile and the site will select possible grants and scholarships that you can apply for.
Seeking College Scholarships Information. Daughter Is in Her Junior Year of HS.
Asked by A.B. from Chicago
on December 12, 2008
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I am looking for information on college scholarships. My daughter recieved a 21 on her ACT. The goal was 25, and we were a little short. The field she is interested in...
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- I think you should do some research regarding the ACT prep prior to enrolling your daughter. There may not be enough of an increase in score to make a difference. T...
- Check out the Upromise website. They have a link that will show you all (or most) that is available out there. You will have to register at their site but it is well...
- Talk to the high school guidance counselor. There are a lot of "little" scholarships like Disabled Veteran's essay, kiwanis, Polish American Falcons etc that receive ...
$$$$ For College
Asked by M.M. from Dallas
on August 7, 2009
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Wondering if any mamas have been saving for college? Have a 13 year old and 8 year old and back in the younger days we pretty much lived paycheck to paycheck. Well b...
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- Don't waste time, start saving now. The idea of going to college or not is not an option at this house. We set up the college fund for our 14 yr old as soon as she...
- It's definitely a good idea to start saving--and researching--now. There is a HUGE range in how much college can cost, and also in how one can pay for it. Almost all...
- Yes, start saving and setting up accounts NOW. I'm not sure what is presently available but check into state programs. We did the Texas Tomorrow fund and it truly he...
College Advice
Asked by B.F. from Dallas
on March 13, 2009
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Hey Mamas, I have a senior in high school who will be attending college in the fall in a town about 3 hours south. I need to know from moms who have children in colle...
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- For buying things for a dorm room, you can go to Bed, Bath and Beyond and purchase what you need ahead of time. If there is a BB&B in the town (or a town close by) whe...
- These moms have given some great advice here! I'm a professor at a major university, and I have a son in college at a different university. Here are a few things I'd l...
- Wow, so many things I wish I had done differently but these are the ones that stand out: 1) I wish I had gone to a local Jr. College first to get my feet wet and no...
College and College Applications
Asked by T.J. from Honolulu
on March 26, 2009
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hello everyone, my daughter is in 11th grade. getting lots and lots of brochures from colleges. need some advice on how to weed through all the literature. choosing...
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- I T.. I don't think I have any advice. We're in the same situation. My daughter is a very bright 16 yr. old Sophomore- and we're getting so many brochures. My daug...
- T. J I work with 11th and 12 grade students at a local community college. To narrow down a college choice I would start with what is her major. Not all colleges c...
- Hiya, Colleges usually "specialize" in certain areas of study. Find what subjects your daughter is interested in and then find colleges that focus on that subject mat...
College Help
Asked by S. from Minneapolis
on March 1, 2008
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hello moms,
iam a SAHM of 2 great kids..i am considering going back to school (college). i have never been, i only graduated high school. iam torn between two interes...
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- S., I got my BA traditionally before having kids and graduated with a bunch of student loans. I got my Master's online (mostly). I didn't borrow money while workin...
- Hi S., Why not check out in-home businesses. We have more moms making more than their hubby's! It's fun, less stress & you can be an executive in your own home fo...
- Hi S., I did not start college until my oldest was 2, and I am so glad that I did go back to school! I will have my associate's degree in health sciences in July, I w...
