College life is hard, male or female. There are certain advantages each sex has, and while this is a highly debatable topic, women’s rights have come a long way since the 60s and 70s. Being a woman in college is a huge transition (not saying it’s not for men, but we’re talking about women in this article), and there is nothing wrong with taking any advantage to help women in college succeed in life. College is a stepping stone not only to your independence as an adult but also to your future and career.
Scholarships for Women
There are scholarships out there to help women succeed in college, empower women, and help women become successful in seeking a professional career. Nancy Etz is an example of a scholarship targeted at empowering women in college. According to the website, “Students must write a 500-word essay answering the following prompt: “Discuss a special attribute or accomplishment that sets you apart.” The deadline to apply is February 1, 2021.”
Live on Campus or Participate as Much as Possible
Living on campus is ideal in not only experiencing college to the fullest but also building bonds and connections with other women that can extend to a professional level outside of college, especially those that join fraternities or other clubs together. This is obviously not always an option for age, financial or living situations, so even if you can’t fully invest in living on campus, you can do everything you can to stay connected and network with other students. Participate in study groups and do assignments with classmates. Join clubs, athletics, or even Facebook groups to get yourself out there and network with other like-minded women. Social networking has made it so easy to socialize and network without even leaving your home. Utilize any and all resources such as advice from teachers, guidance counselors, and support programs offered by your educational institution. You’d be surprised how much you not only feel compelled to succeed in your classes but to take it beyond your college experience and into your new profession.
Take advantage of any and all Resources
Not every female college student is fresh out of high school. Some people change careers midlife or even later. Others are single moms who didn’t have the option to attend college right away as initially planned, or are trying to empower themselves and build themselves up to better provide for their children. Whatever the reason may be, look into, and take advantage of any resources available to you. If you are a mother, look into on-campus childcare. Look into special loans or jobs available to mothers. Some mothers think outside the box to earn income to live while attending college, whether it is full or part-time. For example, the Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) Program is a program aimed at low-income mothers and is a grant to help ease the burden. It is a grant for those who qualify for the Pell grant, covering some or all of childcare costs for children ages six weeks to 12 years old.
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