The latest news about Obama giving out grants to get moms back into school is all around us, but what does that mean for you? It means if you are a single, or married, mother you can go back to school with free government issued money. Going back to school, may be something that was never possible before now. It is a great way to advance in your career or start a new one.

There is more to pay for than just tuition. There are books, supplies, fees for the computer lab or other labs, and, if you are going to live on campus, there is room and board. The price just keeps going higher. There is some help available out there.

During the current school year, 2009-10, the maximum amount allowed is $5,350. However, by 2012 we should see an increase up to $5,400. This amount of money will help put a huge dent in those tuition bills, or may cover the entire amount depending on which school you choose.

There are some strict guidelines when it comes to the Federal Pell Grant. For one, this grant is only awarded on needs basis; so it will only be awarded to low-income families. If you already know you are low-income or if you are struggling to make ends meet you may qualify for this grant.

If you are still a high school student, you can talk to your guidance counselor. They always have information about scholarships in the area and from the school. They can help you find other scholarships as well. The important thing to remember is to not give up and apply for each and every scholarship you can.

You can apply for scholarships and the Federal Pell Grant at the same time, and even use them together to save even more money. I would suggest looking into scholarships now and begin the application process early. The more money you can get, the better off you will be.

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