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A college application mentor for Pravin, first in the family to apply

Pravin will be the first in the family to apply to university and needs someone who knows the process.

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Pravin D. Pretorius
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Gqeberha
I'm Pravin, 19, in Grade 12. My parents work long hours and didn't go to university, so there's no one at home who can help me understand applications, deadlines or financial aid. I'd like to study biomedical science. I have a top-of-class average, I volunteer at my mosque and I have a draft of my personal statement. What I need is someone to read my essays, tell me honestly what's weak, and explain how scholarships work. I'm looking for an hour a week until May. We can do it by video from anywhere. My mother will be at home during every call, and the school counselor knows about this request. Thanks for reading. It took me a long time to ask. Thanks for being kind about this.
effort
1 hour a week
format
Online or by phone
skills
university experience, essay feedback
#mentoring#first-generation#applications#education

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  • Juan A. Cruz 🇲🇽 ID verified

    I live about 18 km from Gqeberha. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.

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  • Rafaela Adriana Pacheco🇧🇷Verified helper
    Quick response, great follow-up

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Luciana Sônia Santos🇧🇷Verified helper
    Exactly what I needed

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Liton Sajib Akter🇧🇩Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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  • Antoine Thomas

    Best of luck, Pravin. Gave what I could, wish it was more. It's not much but it's yours. All the best.

    • Hatem Mohammed Tannous

      Thinking of you and your family. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My neighbor in Los Angeles donated after I showed her your page. All the best.

      • Unathi R. Mokoena

        Rooting for you, Pravin. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't give up. All the best!

        • Francis J. Lacson

          As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Gqeberha.

          • Joy Modupe UbaAddress verified

            as a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. Thinking of Gqeberha

            • Alexander D. Gregory

              Thinking of you and your family, Pravin. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Seoul.

              • Jackson N. PenaAddress verified

                As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. I have a 10 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

                • Nhung Thảo TaID verified

                  Study hard! My neighbor in Quezon City donated after I showed her your page.

                  • Esther Ngozika Nwachukwu

                    Sending strength, Pravin. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Gqeberha.

                    • Héctor J. Flores

                      Thanks for sharing this, Pravin. As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.

                      • Julian L. Bell

                        Best of luck, Pravin. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I went through something like this 14 years ago and strangers helped me out. Thinking of Gqeberha.

                        • Umesh B. Jadhav

                          Take care, Pravin. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My husband and I read this together. God bless.

                          • Geneviève Marie Julien

                            Hope it all works out, Pravin. Shared it with a few friends. My neighbor in Dublin donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Dublin

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