A pregnancy during college can feel like an impossible task. It can be challenging enough to meet deadlines and complete coursework, and being pregnant can make these responsibilities feel overwhelming.
You don’t have to abandon your personal and academic goals while pregnant. MiraVia offers a College Residence for pregnant and parenting students. You can accomplish your goals while providing your child with a safe home.
Why choose pregnant campus housing like our College Residence? Continue reading to learn more about the benefits to you.
1. Continue your education while caring for your child.
You don’t need to sacrifice your dreams when parenting. MiraVia’s College Residence allows you to focus on your education while ensuring your child is loved and cared for.
At our College Residence, you can stay until your child is 2 years old. While pregnant, you’ll be guided through receiving services like prenatal care.
After your child is born, we offer free childcare, material assistance for items like diapers and clothing, and more.
Our program ensures you have what you need to parent while continuing your education. Students from any college or university in the United States can stay with us. Our College Residence is located on Belmont Abbey College’s campus, but you can attend any college or university of your choosing.
2. Lessen any financial burdens.
At our College Residence, we don’t charge for our services. While at MiraVia, you can stay with us for free.
The College Residence provides free meals, private suites, life-skills classes, and more. We’ll also help you find additional community resources.
As one of our residents, you won’t have to worry about putting food on the table or making expensive childcare arrangements. We’re here to give you and your child the best start, and we believe financial worries shouldn’t be an obstacle to pursuing an education.
3. Receive long-term support.
The friendships you’ll make at our College Residence will last a lifetime. Here, you’ll meet students experiencing similar situations and find peer support.
We’ll help you coordinate educational and career opportunities. Need assistance preparing for an interview or writing a resume? Looking for further guidance while in college? We want you to succeed and build a bright future.
You aren’t alone during this journey. Our comprehensive support and loving approach will provide the tools you need.
How To Aply
If you are interested in living at MiraVia’s College Residence, please visit our “How to Apply” page. There, you’ll find the eligibility criteria and additional information.
Please contact Lavern Weathers for an appointment at lavernweathers@miravia.org or 704-602-4805. We’re here to help you.