Student Portal

Single parents struggle to pay for college and take care of their families.

https://iwpr.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Underwater-Student-Mothers-and-Fathers-Struggle-to-Support-Their-Families-and-Pay-Off-College-Loans-FINAL.pdf.

With wrap-around services we meet them at their need and connect them to a provider that can help them, then we follow up with the student and provider to confirm that the student's need is getting met and that the student is doing what is expected of them.

Our support team works with each student to help the parent navigate school, parenting, life, work, and their mental health. The students meet with each team member monthly for one hour virtually.

​

We offer virtual 20 minute lunch and learns for businesses & organizations that would like to learn more by contacting us at 412.856.8210.

​

​

Once the student graduates we ask that you become a mentor for a student coming into the program. Also, we do yearly updates and connect with your employer (depends on student) to see if we are able to further assist you. We include our graduates in our yearly events and spotlight them in our quarterly mailings.

1. There is a need for women in the trades and there is funding for the education.

https://iwpr.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Quick-Figure-construction-July-2023.pdf. 

https://iwpr.org/infrastructure-funding-and-good-jobs-for-women-promoting-equity-in-the-trades/

2. Data shows that bachelor's degree-holders earn significantly more than high school graduates. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, four-year college graduates ages 25-34 earn about $20,000-$25,000 more per year than those with only a high school diploma.

3. Research indicates that children whose parents went to college are more likely to attend college themselves.

4. Many nontraditional students qualify for scholarships, grants, and other forms of financial aid at the federal, state, regional, and local levels. This aid can cover tuition, housing, and childcare costs. Below is a breakdown of various financial aid options for single parents.

5. Being a single parent in college can offer a few advantages. As a single parent, you may already be used to multitasking. This can give you an edge over other students when it comes to completing coursework on time while managing other tasks.

​