Top 18 Scholarships for Single Dads in April 2024

Introducing the Charles Pulling Sr. Memorial Scholarship, a tribute to a cherished father and the middle child among eleven siblings, whose circumstances compelled him to enter the workforce prematurely and leave his high school dreams behind. However, recognizing the limited job prospects available to him, he understood that obtaining his high school diploma was the key to unlocking a better life for his loved ones, and headed back to the classroom. This prestigious scholarship aims to honor the memory of Charles Pulling Sr. by empowering those who also wish to enhance their families' lives through education. Whether you are a high school or GED student, an undergraduate pursuing a non-traditional path, a first-generation student, a single parent, someone who took a break from education before returning, or over the age of 25, you are invited to apply. To apply, reveal what sets you apart as a non-traditional student and what fuels your relentless pursuit of greatness.Show Less

The Fathers for Scholars Scholarship is funded by Fathers for Scholars, a "dedicated group of people who are passionate to help present-day fathers be victorious over current the challenges they face." Each year, the Fathers for Scholars Scholarship awards $500 to multiple young fathers who are seeking financial support to afford postsecondary educational costs. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

The Bruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship is open to single parents (men and women) who are Rhode Island residents. Preference is given to parents who are currently or have previously received state aid or those who have been previously incarcerated. If you're a single parent in Rhode Island and are currently pursuing a degree or certificate, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Damato Adult Learner Scholarship annually awards up to $600 and $2,000, respectively, to adult residents of Manchester, Connecticut who are taking one or 2+ courses at an institution of higher learning. Applicants must also be at least 21 years of age and demonstrate financial need. Examples of previous winners have included the newly unemployed or underemployed, those in low-wage jobs, immigrants, single parents, as well as those whose education was interrupted or delayed. If you're an adult resident of Manchester, Connecticut who demonstrates financial need and is serious about continuing or starting your postsecondary education, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a single parent residing in Arkansas or Bowie County, Texas who is attending or planning to attend an ASPSF approved school or training program? If so, you may be eligible for the Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund! Each year, the scholarship is awarded to multiple eligible single parents from Arkansas or Bowie County, Texas who have graduated high school but not previously earned a bachelor’s degree. In addition, applicants must hold a minimum 2.0 GPA, have a household income that is typically not more than 250% of Federal Poverty Guidelines, be attending or planning to attend an ASPSF approved school or training program, and be pursuing a degree or certification that leads to employment at family-supporting wages. If you're a single parent from Arkansas or Bowie County, Texas who could use some help affording college, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less