Scholarships for single moms are uniquely designed to help single moms overcome the challenges that they face when going back to school. Some of the scholarships we’ve found are exclusively for moms, but many welcome all single parents to apply.

If you don’t think you can find the time or money to go back to school, you’re not alone. Nearly 10 million American households are led by single moms – and that’s why we’ve worked so hard to come up with a list of real, legitimate scholarships for single moms.

Of course, many of these scholarships welcome all single parents to apply. If you’re a single dad, many resources on this list will apply to you also!

Now, I know there are tons of lists out there like this. However, I wanted to create my own because there are so many sketchy, unusable, suspicious websites that provide this information. A lot of pages that advertise scholarships for single moms look like spam and scam sites! They have odd-placed advertisements, deceptive links and can be confusing to use.

Our goal at Low Income Relief is to present information that is 100% accurate, in the cleanest and easiest-to-use format. Everything in our list has been fact-checked and verified, so you don’t have to worry!

Apply for ALL the scholarships for single moms! The excess may be paid to you in cash!

That’s right, guys! Our college writer Amelia wrote an excellent article about how she gets cash back from her scholarships. She makes a lot of money this way, so be sure to check out that post!

Schools are not obligated to disburse the excess. Sometimes, they may opt to return the extra to the organization that disbursed it. However, it is our understanding that it is rare for the school to refuse to disburse those funds directly to you.

Wait – – what is a nontraditional student?

When you’re looking for scholarships for single moms, keep an eye out for the phrase “nontraditional student.” This phrase usually refers to students that are over the age of 24. However, it also refers to students that are financially independent from their parents, maintaining full-time enrollment, caring for dependents, GED recipients, and more. Single parents are also considered nontraditional students.

Nationwide Scholarships for Single Moms

This portion of the list is dedicated to programs that serve aspiring students in multiple (or all) states. These are major scholarship programs that I encourage everyone to apply to!

Beatrice F. Kroesche Fund Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to single women. In order to qualify, you must either be visually impaired, hearing challenged or a single mother who is in good academic standing. You must be majoring in either Humanities or Education and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. This scholarship awards $1,500 per year.

Bernal-Mora and Nickolau Annual Single Parent Scholarship

In honor of Bernal-Mora and Nickolaou, this scholarship is awarded to single parents who have been accepted into an accredited post-secondary school.

Custody X Change Single Parent Scholarships

At any point in the year, single parents can apply for the Single Parent Scholarships from Custody X Change. They award three scholarships every year: $1,000 in the Spring, $500 in the Summer and $1,000 in the Fall. Their website includes some useful application advice!

Live Your Dream: Education & Training Awards for Women

You could receive up to $10,000 from this scholarship program! In order to qualify, you must be a female ‘head of household’ who provides the primary financial support for your family. This is one of the most perfect scholarships for single moms we’ve found! The deadline for applications is November 15. The awards are available online.

PEO International

Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.) offers several scholarships and low-cost educational assistance programs. They also own and operate Cottey College, their own independent liberal arts college in Nevada, Missouri.

State-By-State Guide to Scholarships for Single Moms

Additionally, many local governments and individual colleges offer scholarships for single moms. Since these are local offerings, I have divided this section of the list alphabetically by state.

Alabama

Auburn University Montgomery: Nancy Carter McDonald Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship isn’t specifically for single moms but it is available to anyone who is disadvantaged, underrepresented or minority groups. It is also for those who are “striving against all odds,” such as single parents and those who are working full-time while attending school.

Troy University: Phenix City Campus Academic Scholarship

This scholarship helps single parents who attend the Phenix City Campus. You need to have at least a 3.0 GPA to qualify.

Wallace Community College: Madeleine Nessi-Smith Memorial Scholarship

If you are participating in the Physical Therapy Assistant program, this $500 scholarship may help you. It can pay for tuition, fees and books. You must have a 3.0 or higher GPA, with at least one semester completed. Preference is given to single moms with prior military experience.

WCC: Mrs. Ann Sammons Medley Single Mother Scholarship

This scholarship provides up to $500 toward tuition and fees for fall semester. It is renewable for one semester, depending on academic success.

WCC: Omar Lewis and Carol Baker Humphrey Nursing Scholarship

In order to receive this scholarship, you must be a nursing student with a 3.0 or better GPA. This program provides up to $1,250 for tuition, fees and books for the fall term. It is renewable in the spring if you can demonstrate academic progress.

WCC: SunSouth Bank Single Mother Education Fund

You could receive up to $750 toward tuition, fees and books from this scholarship! These scholarships for single moms are awarded to two moms.

Alaska

University of Alaska Anchorage: Alice Easley Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Alice Easley raised five children as a single parent while attending school. She went on to teach math at the University of Alaska Anchorage. This scholarship helps non-traditional students.

University of Alaska Fairbanks: John R. Hulbert Memorial Endowment

Balancing family, life and school responsibilities is difficult. This program helps those who are returning to school after a long break and are near the end of their program.

University of Alaska Fairbanks: Kathy L. Gruenig Scholarship

You could receive at least $1,000 from this scholarship, which is awarded to undergraduate students who have a minimum 2.0 GPA. The scholarship gives preference to single parents.

Arizona

Arizona State University: Family Spirit Scholarship

If you’re pursuing your first degree, you may qualify for the Family Spirit Scholarship. This is designed to help single parents prevent multi-generational cycles of poverty.

Chandler-Gilbert Community College: Chandler Horizon Rotary

This program has many requirements. You must live in Chandler, AZ. You must be a US Citizen, have a 3.0+ GPA, and have completed 1-24 credits at the school. They prefer students who are single parents and those who are returning to school after a break.

Eastern Arizona College: Kristie and Patrick Putnam Scholarship

This is awarded to single parents who are studying business, nursing, science or computer science.

Mohave Community College: Bullhead City Chapter Changing Lives

You may be eligible for this program if you are a single parent who receives the maximum Pell Grant award. You must also have a 3.0+ GPA and be enrolled in an eligible degree program.

Mohave Community College: ING Americas Scholarship for Women

Are you single working mother? If you work at a low-wage job, you may be eligible for assistance from this program. You will need to have a 2.3 GPA or better in order to qualify.

Northern Arizona University: Barbara Cline Nursing Fund

This program awards funds to a School of Nursing student who has been divorced, held jobs after high school, and/or acquired mature judgment through their life experiences. Although it isn’t specifically designed for single parents, it definitely is something many single moms could qualify for!

Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine: Dr. Christy Love Scholarship

This program awards $500 to SCNM students who are also single parents. It is designed to honor Dr. Chrsity Love, who served as a counseling psychologist as SCNM for many years.

Arkansas

Altrusa Lillian Woods Scholarship for Single Parents

If you reside in Washington County, then you may qualify for this scholarship! You must meet academic, enrollment and low income requirements. This scholarship provides up to $1,000 per year and does not restrict how those funds are used.

Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund

This fund is simply amazing. They award up to $500 to single parents who have a dependent child at home. In order to receive this scholarship, you must meet several criteria. For example, you must live in Arkansas, have a 2.0+ GPA and an income that is equal to (or less than) 250% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Here’s more information.

North Arkansas College: John O. Campbell Single Parent

If you’re a single parent and an Arkansas resident, you may qualify for this! It’s one of the easiest scholarships for single moms we’ve found.

University of Arkansas Little Rock: Phyllis A. Keitner Foundation for Women

Recipients will receive the cost of tuition and fees, plus up to $300 in books and supplies each semester! If you enroll in more than 12 credit hours, you’ll have to pay the excess tuition and fees. This scholarship may be renewable but you will have to reapply each year.

California

California State University LA: Alice Watkins Scholarship Fund

If you are pursuing a career in regular or special education, you may be eligible for this scholarship.

California State University LA: Lorraine Wyler Memorial

This award is for education students only and requires a recommendation from a teacher. It is designed to reward those who have shown the greatest improvement in teaching ability. Preference is given to single parents.

Capture the Dream Single Parent Scholarship

If you live in the Bay Area, you need to know about this. Low income single parents can receive up to $1,000 toward their education at a 2- or 4-year institution. The application period occurs between April 1 to June 30.

University of California Berkeley: Beverly Mullins Memorial

Beverly Mullins once attended UC Berkeley as an independent, self-supported single mother. Now, her memorial fund provides $5,000 toward a self-supported single parent who is re-entering school after a break.

Colorado

Northeastern Junior College: Dinsdale Transition Scholarship

This is one of the more specific scholarships for single moms that we found. It is specifically designed for female non-traditional students, such as single moms, displaced homemakers and women over 23 years old. The scholarship is due February 1st and can be used for up to four semesters. They award four winners per year.

Connecticut

Northwestern Connecticut Community College: Atcheson Scholarships

The Raymond W. Atcheson Scholarship is available to continuing NCCC students. The money is awarded with preference to someone who is studying mathematics or science and is either a veteran or single parent.

Quinebaug Valley Community College Scholarships

The Demers Family Scholarship offers $1,000 scholarships for single moms and dads who maintain a 3.0 or better GPA. The Joan F. Golrick Memorial Scholarship program also offers $1,000 with similar requirements. Another $650 is available from the May & Frank Messinger Memorial Scholarship program.

Western Connecticut State University: Scott Andrews Memorial Fund

This scholarship is awarded to a returning undergraduate who is studying social work. Preference is given to single parents.

Delaware

Delaware County Community College Scholarships

There are several scholarships for single moms attending DCCC. These include Big Poppa’s Helping Hand, Teresa K. Freda Endowment, Ann Marie Hanion Memorial and the Francis A. White Memorial.

Delaware Technical Community College: Ruth Ann Minner Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship assists single parents who have graduated from James H. Groves Adult School or who received a GED.

Florida

Southeastern University: Koinonia of Ruskin Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is awarded to single parents of minor children. You must have a GPA of at least 2.5 to qualify.

Georgia

Chattahoochee Technical College: Single Parent Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship is funded by Ten Women of Hope. It was just announced 12 hours before I wrote this article, so details are somewhat limited. Please contact the school for more information.

University of West Georgia: Betty Irvine Griffith Memorial Scholarship

Up to $800 per year is awarded to a single parent in the nursing program! You must have at least a 3.0 GPA to qualify.

UWG: Carl C. and Judith F. Horvath Memorial Scholarship

Up to $500 may be awarded to a student who is pursuing a BSN or MSN degree.

Hawaii

University of Hawaii: Office of Hawaiian Affairs Scholarship

Approximately 200 Native Hawaiian students are awarded this scholarship. In order to be eligible, you must be of Native Hawaiian ancestry and enrolled at the University of Hawaii. Priority is given to parents and other non-traditional students.

Idaho

Michael S. and Jeffery C. Hagler Scholarship Fund

If you’re looking for scholarships for single moms in Idaho, this is a great one. This scholarship is available to single mothers in Idaho who are pursuing a degree or a certification (including the GED) from either Boise State University or College of Western Idaho. You must be enrolled in a minimum number of credits and demonstrate a financial need. You will not be disqualified for prior substance abuse.

North Idaho College: Claire F. McDonald Memorial

This is one of the scholarships for single moms that has strict eligibility requirements. In order to qualify, you must have lived in Idaho for at least three years, demonstrate financial need, and take at least 12 credits per semester. You can receive this scholarship for up to two years.

North Idaho College: Dick and Janette Compton

Female nursing students can apply for this scholarship. Preference is given to single moms who are struggling to make ends meet.

North Idaho College: Marilyn Montgomery and Dr. Ernest Fokes

Although anyone with financial need and a minimum 2.0 GPA can apply, they do prefer candidates who are single parents.

University of Idaho: Single Parent Scholarships

I was able to find a list of single parent scholarships on the University of Idaho website. You can see the full list here. 

Illinois

Illinois College of Agriculture, Consumer & Environmental Sciences: Aretta J. Graham Scholarship

Single parents are given preference for this scholarship, which is designed to help those with documented financial need.

Indiana

Purdue University: Span Plan Nontraditional Student Services

If you’re a single parent in Indiana, you need to know about Purdue’s special office for nontraditional students. This office specializes in helping single moms and others succeed in college. They offer many services, including four scholarships for single moms.

Iowa

Iowa State University Scholarships

There are several programs at Iowa State University that assist single mothers. The Lee Hadley Scholarship can provide $1,000-$1,500 per year and can be renewed for four years. The Rosenthal Scholarship provides an additional $1,000 scholarship for single moms.

Kansas

Emporia State University: Single Parent with Children Scholarship

This program assists single, divorced and widowed students who are raising children.

Kentucky

Northern Kentucky University: Ginny and Theresa Newberry Scholarship

This is one of the more modest scholarships for single moms that we’ve found. A single mom can receive $100 through this program.

Vanderbilt School of Nursing: Thomas Cone Scholarship

This scholarship is exclusively for worthy, struggling students who are single parents.

Louisiana

Harding University: Financial Aid for Single Women Fund

This fund assists single women who are attending the College of Bible and Religion.

Southeastern Louisiana University Scholarships

There are two scholarships specifically designed for single parents who are studying nursing. The Dora Sue Blackwell Shettles Daussat Memorial Endowed Scholarship gives preference to single parents in the School of Nursing. The Joanna Dee Newman Memorial Endowed Scholarship serves nursing majors who are juniors and seniors, with a preference for single parents.

Maine

University of Maine at Augusta: Martin & Molly Schwartz Scholarship

Single parents who meet income limits and have a demonstrated financial need may be able to receive this scholarship.

Maryland

Howard Community College: Ellen M. Cherry-Delawder Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship favors single moms with a financial need. You must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and be studying a business program at Howard Community College. In order to apply, you must write a 500 word essay defining career goals and the benefits of a college education. Applications are due in January.

Massachusetts

Holyoke Community College: LouEllen Dabbs Scholarship

If you are studying business or finance, then you may qualify for the LouEllen Dabbs Scholarship. This is one of the exclusive scholarships for single moms and dads.

Michigan

NMC: Margaret H. Furney Memorial Endowment Scholarship

Single parents may be able to receive this scholarship, which is renewable for the second year. In order to be eligible, you must be enrolled in six or more credits.

NMC: Molly Jean Spenceley Memorial Scholarship

Although this scholarship is not specifically for single parents, it does give preference to single parents. If you are enrolled in at least six credits and have a 3.0 GPA, then you may be eligible for this.

Oakland University: Women of OU Critical Difference Endowed Scholarship

Has your college education been interrupted for at least a year? If so, you may be eligible for this scholarship! It is designed for single moms who are enrolled full or part-time at OU. You must have already completed 16 credits to qualify.

Minnesota

Modern Woodmen of America Scholarship Fund

This scholarship specifically serves non-traditional students who are in the last half of their undergraduate degree. In order to qualify, you must be attending UMD, CSS or LSC and submit your application by January 15.

Opportunity to Rise Award

Qualifying students can receive up to $500! This scholarship provides assistance to non-traditional students who have faced adversity and want to overcome that adversity through education. Read more here.

Mississippi

William Carey University: Darvin K Sproat Endowed Scholarship

Awards are made annually to single parents.

WCU: Donnell Endowed Scholarship

Only single mothers and the children of single mothers can receive this scholarship.

Missouri

Missouri Western State University: Rod & Anne Fletcher Single Parent Scholarship

Single moms can apply for this scholarship, as well as over a dozen other scholarships for non-traditional students, at Missouri Western State.

Montana

Montana State University: Lea May Miller Scholarship

Undergraduate students who are majoring in education may qualify for this scholarship. You are required to have a GPA of at least 3.0. Preference is given to underrepresented students, especially single parents.

University of Montana: Andrew and Elizabeth Lassen Scholarship

This $2,000 per year scholarship for single moms and dads is renewable! You must be a full-time student and a single parent with dependent children in your home. You must also have a financial need and a 3.25+ GPA.

Nebraska

Northeastern Community College Scholarships

The Azalea G. Gardner for Freshmen and Sophomores is exclusively for single parents, single pregnant women, and displaced homemakers in Nebraska.

The Connie Day Memorial for Freshmen and Sophomores is for single parents who are seeking a two-year associate degree. You must prove financial need.

The US 92 Scholarship for Freshmen and Sophomores is for single parents who are enrolled at least half-time and have financial need.

Nevada

Great Basin College Scholarships

The Jerry Doerr Scholarship provides $1,500 per year for full-time instrumentation students who are also single parents. You must have a 2.0 GPA or better to qualify.

The Frank J. Joe and Sandy Brennecke Joe Scholarship Fund provides $750 per year. You must be enrolled at least 3/4 time, have a 2.0+ GPA and be a single parent.

New Hampshire

Lakes Region Community College Scholarships

The Meredith Rotary Club’s “Non-Traditional” Scholarships assist single parents, military, Americorps volunteers, career changers and others who are returning to school. In order to qualify, you must be at least 25 years old and enrolled at least half-time. You must live or work in Meredith, Moultonborough, Center Harbor or Sandwich.

Project Renew provides a tuition grant for single parents and displaced homemakers who are matriculated into an approved career, technical or certificate program. Approved programs do NOT include liberal arts, general studies, fine arts, and teacher preparation.

New Jersey

Seton Hall University: Atlanta Mary Blake Single Parent Nursing Scholarship

This $500 scholarship is an essay-based award that helps those in the nursing program. You must have a 2.7 GPA or an acceptable ACT/SAT test score.

New Mexico

University of New Mexico: Downer-Bennett Scholarship

Single parents and nontraditional students that are enrolled at the University of New Mexico may be eligible to receive this scholarship. The amount varies.

UNM: Raymond Shoemaker Scholarship

Single parents who reside in New Mexico and are legal US citizens may be eligible for this scholarship. You must demonstrate a financial need in order to qualify. The amount of this scholarship varies.

New York

Buffalo State University: Anne Marinucci Buscaglia Scholarship

Single parenthood is favored, but not required, by this scholarship. You must have at least a 3.0 GPA, attend full time and have a financial need.

BSU: Izdik-Osborne Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is for single parents who are attending full-time, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have a financial need. It is renewable for up to eight consecutive semesters.

BSU: Marie Ferraro Scholarship

The Marie Ferraro Scholarship has a few specific requirements. In addition to being a single parent, you must have a declared major and a minimum 3.25 GPA. The scholarship is disbursed in the fall each year.

BSU: Pano’s Restaurant Scholarship

This scholarship is distributed to single parents and other students who contribute to the diversity of the student body. It is awarded annually in the spring and an essay is required.

North Carolina

Mars Hill University: RAPP / LATHROP

Widowed, divorced and single parents can apply for this scholarship. It is not renewable but you can reapply each year!

North Dakota

Minot State University: Dr. Audrey Lunday

This scholarship program is available to first-year graduate students who are either single parents or students from abroad.

Ohio

Ohio University School of Nursing: Janice Brown Steele Scholarship

The Janice Brown Steele scholarship assists single parents and the children of single parents who are attending the School of Nursing. Preference is given to Ross County residents, followed by residents of the Appalachian counties, and finally to residents of Ohio.

Ohio University Southern: Ironton Jr. Women’s Club Scholarship

This award is given to a female undergraduate student who is a single parent or other non-traditional student. You must be at least 25 years old to receive this grant.

University of Toledo Scholarships

The Dorothy Riess Scholarship is awarded to single mothers who are pursuing an undergraduate degree. Preference is given to participants of Mom’s House.

The Kathryn Uhl Miller Scholarship is awarded to female students, with preference given to those enrolled in a program at the Catharine S. Eberly Center for Women. Special consideration is given to single mothers and women between the ages of 25 and 50.

The Management Forum of Northwest Ohio also offers a scholarship for single moms. You must be at least 23 years old and have a current 2.7+ GPA to qualify.

Oklahoma

Oklahoma State University: Chris Pitts

The Chris Pitts scholarship provides up to $375 per semester for nursing students. Preference is given to single parents.

Oregon

The Ford Family Foundation: Ford Opportunity Program

This is one of the most incredible scholarships for single moms and dads that I’ve found. Students in Oregon can apply for the Ford Opportunity Program, which can provide up to $25,000 per year. Scholarships are calculated annually. Get more information here. 

East Oregon University Scholarships

The Bob and Bev Moody Scholarship is offered to single parents who live in Eastern Oregon. The Neil Colton Seig Scholarship is awarded to young parents who are studying to become teachers or nurses.

Pennsylvania

Edinboro University: Emma R. Williams Single Parent Scholarship

The name says it all – which is great, because the college website doesn’t elaborate!

Rhode Island

Bruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to low income single parents who live in Rhode Island. Preference is given to those who have been previously incarcerated or are receiving state assistance. The scholarship provides $1,500 for the year.

South Carolina

Piedmont Technical College Scholarships

The Lucille Brooks Memorial Scholarship helps single parents with financial needs.

Nora Wells Cooner Scholarship funds give preference to single parents who are attending full-time. If a single parent does not meet the criteria, the scholarship may be awarded to a student who is changing careers due to a layoff.

South Dakota

SD MINES: Frances M. Dunn Memorial Scholarship

Like many of these scholarships for single moms, the program favors non-traditional single mothers. You must have at least a 2.5 GPA and be a sophomore, junior or senior to apply. You will need to submit a letter of application and resume to apply.

Tennessee

East Tennessee State University: Eula Fields

The Eula Fields Scholarship program aims to increase school diversity by helping single parents, non-traditional students, culturally diverse students or those who are actively involved in student organizations.

Texas

Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund

That’s not a typo! The Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund is also available in Bowie County, TX!

Tarleton State University: Second Chance Scholarship

If you’re looking for scholarships for single moms, here’s another one! I couldn’t find any requirements other than single parenthood and attendance at TSU.

TSU: Zonta Club Juanita Dixon Single Parent Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship, established in 2008, is only awarded to single moms.

University of Texas: Special Financial Assistance

The University of Texas has a generously-funded program for low income freshmen. You could receive a free laptop, child care assistance and up to $20,000 toward your tuition.

Utah

Brigham Young University: Single Parent Scholarship

Single parent scholarships are available from the Women’s Services & Resources (WSR) department. These scholarships are available to single parents who have at least one dependent child in their home.

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions: Single Parent Scholarships

The RMUoHP offers three separate $1,000 scholarships to single parents. In order to qualify, you must be a single parent with one or more dependents.

Southern Utah University: Florine H Major Family Scholarship Endowment

Single moms who show “extraordinary promise as a teacher” may be eligible for this scholarship during their junior or senior year.

SUU: Jane Tripp Doran History and Literature Scholarship Endowment

If you’re a junior or senior student that is majoring in History or Literature, you can apply for this! Preference is given to single mothers with at least one dependent child at home. They also favor students who have not previously graduated with another degree.

SUU: Jane Tripp Doran Theatre Scholarship Endowment

Junior or senior students who are majoring in Theater can apply for this. The scholarship favors students who are single mothers and those who do not hold any other degrees.

SUU: Roy W. and Elizabeth E. Simmons Scholarship 

This scholarship is awarded to a single working mother who has at least one child at home. You have to demonstrate a financial need and maintain a 3.0 GPA to qualify.

University of Utah: Dr. D. H. Christensen and Catherine Dean Christensen Scholarship

Undergraduate and graduate students who are pursuing teaching degrees may be eligible for this grant. They prefer to award it to single parents. You must demonstrate financial need and have a good academic record. The scholarship is worth $2,000 per year but you can reapply annually.

U of U: Dr. Suzanne Wade Scholarship for Single Parents Earning Graduate Degrees

If you’re a single parent who is seeking a graduate degree in Education at the University of Utah, you may be eligible for this scholarship. You must be enrolled full-time and demonstrate financial need. The scholarship has a value of $5,000 per year and is automatically renewed for the second year if you make satisfactory academic progress.

Weber State University: Rising Star Scholarship

If you’re a single mom that attends full-time classes, you’re the perfect candidate for this scholarship! They favor single women, single parents and full-time students.

WSU: Walter C. Swanson Scholarship

This scholarship is exclusively for non-traditional students who have an overall GPA of at least 3.0. You must be a junior or senior to qualify.

WSU: Patti Nicholas Choate Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is exclusively for non-traditional students who have an overall GPA that is between 3.0 and 3.5. Female students who are at least 25 years old have preference.

Vermont

Bernice Murray Scholarship

Single parents must have primary custody of at least one child age 12 or younger to receive this scholarship. You must demonstrate financial need and attend an accredited school approved for federal funding (through Pell grants, Direct loans, etc). The scholarship provides up to $4,000 for child care expenses.

Virginia

Regent University: Louis Roulston Beach Suburban Republican Women’s Club Single Parent Scholarship

Single parents who are continuing their education at Regent University may be eligible to receive up to $1,500 from this scholarship.

Washington

Bellevue College: Debbie Killinger Scholarship for Single Parents

Current BC students who are single parents can apply for this scholarship.

BC: Shirley Farnham Nursing Scholarship

If you are attending the nursing program, then you may be eligible for this! The scholarship isn’t only for single parents but they do give preference to single parents.

BC: Vijay & Sita Vashee Single Parent Scholarship

If you have custody of your children, then you may qualify for this scholarship!

Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin-Madison: Single Parent Scholarship

The application opens December 1 and closes February 20. You can apply online through the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub!

Wyoming

Casper College: Neil and Doris McMurry Single Parent Program

If you are the single custodial parent of your children, you may be eligible for this program! They offer financial aid assistance, textbook loans, emergency assistance, academic and career guidance, and more.

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