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Help me finish a law degree at Kampala Polytechnic - $750 to go

Otieno has worked and saved for five years to study a law degree; a $750 gap now stands between him and graduation.

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Otieno John Nakamya
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Kampala
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a law degree at Kampala Polytechnic, and I'm one semester away from graduating. I have worked as a tutor to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $750. 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 professor 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 Kampala Polytechnic bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $750 goes: • Outstanding tuition balance: $420 • Final term tuition: $250 • Exam and lab fees: $35 • Textbooks and materials: $45 If you're reading this, thank you. - Otieno
due date
2025-10-09
bill type
University tuition
#tuition#first-generation#graduation#education

Updates from Otieno

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 40% funded and I made the first payment toward textbooks and materials.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($170 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely. - Otieno

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  • Randall R. Neal🇺🇸Verified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    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.

  • Kai Moran🇺🇸Verified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    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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