Single Moms EmpowerEd

Educational Support Program Application

To apply for this program, you must:

Be a U.S. citizen and resident of Southeast Texas
Be within twenty-four months of graduating from university or trade school
Be willing to share your financial and personal needs
Be a single mother/grandmother caring for a minor

First name

Last name

Full Address

Phone

All information regarding this application will be sent to this email address.

Birthday

Month

Day

Year

Full Names and Birthdays of all Children in Your Home

How did you hear about us?

Please list all of your social media handles (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, etc.)

High School Information

Name and City of the High School you attended

What was your high school GPA?

College/Trade School Information

What school do you attend?

Have you been accepted into this school?

Yes

What is your major/trade?

What is your current GPA?

Anticipated Graduation Date

Do you hold any leadership positions? If yes, explain.

Please list your activities and where you are employed.

Please add days and hours you work.

Have you applied for financial aid?

Yes

Please list any honors or awards you have received.

Interviews

After applications are reviewed, interviews are scheduled, typically prior to the beginning of each college semester. The review committee conducts an interview with each applicant and makes recommendations regarding each candidate's eligibility, level of need, and readiness for the program. All decisions of the review committee shall be final and are not subject to review or appeal.

Selection

Applicants will be notified of their selection into the Educational Support Program, generally within two weeks of interview. Notification is not intended to imply and shall not grant any contract or contractual right. Prior to entering the program, participants agree to devote the time, attention and effort necessary to perform and complete the requirements set forth in all program policies and procedures, and agree to provide all necessary information and documentation requested upon entry and throughout the duration of the program.

To ensure smooth entry into the program, participants attend intake session which includes an explanation of all aspects of the Educational Support Program, specific program requirements (i.e., program guidelines, policies and procedures) and related benefits as stated herein, program expectations, and the signing of all program documents/agreements.

The following current documents may be required:

Picture ID or Texas Driver's License
Social Security cards for program participants and child(ren)
Birth certificates (not from hospital) for program participant and child(ren)
Child support statements (Customer Identification Number)

If applicable, the following current documents may also be required:

Proof of car registration and insurance
Proof of income and expenses: child support statements, pay stubs, tax returns, list of debts, etc.
Proof of TANF; Medicaid; Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), subsidized childcare Services Veteran's Administration (VA) benefits, Workman's Compensation, financial support from participant's family, and/or any other benefits.
Copies of all legal documents pertaining to or relevant to participant's legal, marital and/or parental status. Such documents include but are not limited to separation agreements, divorce and child custody papers, and protective orders.
Proof that applicant has filed for child support.
Other documentation as requested by the Educational Support Program Director.

References

Please attach two reference letters to be considered with your application.

Add up to 3 Reference Letters

We will not review your application until we receive these letters.

Essay

Please include a 300 word essay without the use of A.I. on why you should be accepted as a participant in the Educational Support Program. Explain your journey as a Single Mother and include why you chose the major/trade you are pursuing and what your plans are after graduation.

Please attach your essay here.

We will not review your application until we receive your essay.

Subscribe to Our Newsletter!

Yes, subscribe me to your newsletter.