President Obama believes in the importance of a college education. In fact, he is encouraging millions of Americans to go back to school and get a degree. Hardworking employees earning minimum wage and single mothers included. Thankfully, the president understands that while most people wanted to go back to school and get a degree, they lack the financial capacity to do so. In fact, the president urged Congress to pass new legislation to increase government grants for people who want to go back to college.

The Pell Grant is defined as a federal grant for post-secondary education sponsored by the United States Department of Education. This is generally awarded based on financial need and does not require repayment. Yes, you don’t have to return it. It’s absolutely free!

So who qualifies for the Federal Pell Grant? All people from low-income families and people who work full time who earn low or minimum wage. This grant can give them up to $15,000 a year to spend on tuition, books, fees, and other school-related expenses. This is almost enough, if not enough, to get you through a year of college. Getting free money for your education means less or no chance of relying on student loans just to get that college degree.

And what’s better news for single moms or married moms? This is what The Grant is making it possible for moms to go back to school without having to quit their jobs or sacrifice time with their children. This is because the federal grant can be applied to online classes. That is, you can continue your studies in the comfort of your home and in the convenience of your own time. You don’t have to rack your brain thinking about how to alternate everything — your career, your life, your family obligations and your studies, and end up wishing you could be in two places at the same time. With online classes, you can continue your studies after a day of work and without having to leave your children. You can listen to an online conference while you wait for dinner to cook, pause the video if the need arises, and return to it whenever possible. Very convenient, huh? So, what are you waiting for? So apply today! Take the opportunity of a better life and career!!