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Declan's final semester of a law degree in Pittsburgh

A first-generation student, Declan needs help covering tuition for the final stretch of a law degree.

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Declan G. Cruz
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Pittsburgh
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a law degree at Pittsburgh Community College, and I'm one term away from graduating. I have worked as a warehouse packer to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $4,300. The registrar has told me I can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. I have a top-ten-percent average, and my faculty supervisor has written in support of my application for a payment plan. Graduating means a stable job and the chance to support my younger siblings. Without enrolling this term I'd lose my place and my scholarship eligibility. I'm not asking for a handout - I want to finish what I started and then help the next student. The payment will go directly to the Pittsburgh Community College bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $4,300 goes: • Exam and lab fees: $140 • Final term tuition: $1,150 • Outstanding tuition balance: $3,010 Thank you so much.
due date
2026-08-02
bill type
University tuition
#tuition#first-generation#graduation#education

Updates from Declan

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($383 in total) the plan for final term tuition is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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  • Vinod F. AnandPhoto verified

    Best of luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care

    • Sultana Sharmin HossainPhoto verified

      So sorry you're going through this, Declan. It takes guts to ask. Well done. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Greetings from San Nicolás de los Garza

      • Mia A. RadcliffeQuestion

        is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Declan!

        • Declan G. CruzOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

          The list at the bottom is the whole picture. exam and lab fees is the biggest at $140. I'll keep the page updated.

      • Allison J. Stevens

        thinking of you. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from San Francisco.

        • Ebru Yıldız

          Sending good thoughts, Declan. As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. Take care

          • Manisha Mittal

            Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I have a 14 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

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