I started persuing my nursing career in 2004. I worked a full time job, 45 miles away, and went to school 3 days a week in that same city, where I now live. Yes, it was hard and there was help at that time BUT it didn't last. To make the long story short...I kept my grades up, applied for all the Federal help I could get. The thing is, if your a single mother you have options, but it is based on your income. Here in TN, we have HOPE Scholarships, State scholarships and such. I lost that "wonderful" job in 2005 to overseas sales, therefore, the state paid for everything. I am now an LPN and do love my job and appreciate all that I went through to get here. AND if the father is not helping you...you need to go to the state welfare office and see what your options are.