Grants for Moms Returning to College

The Jeannette Rankin Women's Scholarship

• The Jeannette Rankin Foundation offers assistance to women age 35 and older who are returning to school. The scholarship is available to U.S. citizens who are pursuing their first degree. The application process includes demonstrating financial hardship and submitting an essay that explains educational and career goals. The award amount varies based on need.

  Jeannette Rankin Foundation
  1 Huntington Rd., Suite 701
  Athens, GA 30606
  706-208-1211
  rankinfoundation.org

Possible Woman Foundation International Scholarship

• The Possible Woman Foundation (PWF) supports non-traditional students, like women returning to school after a long absence and women with disabilities. To qualify, students must show resiliency and aspirations. Award amounts vary.

  PWF
  1054 Redwood Dr.
  Norcross, GA 30093
  770-905-5175
  possiblewomanfoundation.org

Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation Scholarship

• The Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation Scholarship is for low-income mothers pursuing their first associate's, bachelor's or master's degrees. The awards run up to $2,000.

  Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation
  PO Box 479
  Honolulu, HI 96809
  patsyminkfoundation.org

Mommy Goes to College Scholarship

• The Mommy Goes to College Scholarship is offered by the web site myUsearch.com. To qualify, an applicant must be a mother with a net household income of under $100,000 a year, and must be attending the intended college for the first time. The application process involves writing an essay. The award amount is $1,000.

  303-975-6957
  myusearch.com