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Janet's final semester of a degree in civil engineering in Gulu

A first-generation student, Janet needs help covering tuition for the final stretch of a degree in civil engineering.

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Janet Jepkoech Ngowi
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I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a degree in civil engineering at Gulu Community College, and I'm two terms away from graduating. I have worked as a barista to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $700. The registrar has told me I can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. I have a 3.9 average, and my department head 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 Gulu Community College bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $700 goes: • Textbooks and materials: $50 • Final term tuition: $470 • Outstanding tuition balance: $180 Thanks for reading all this.
due date
2026-10-30
bill type
University tuition
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Updates from Janet

  1. Update from Gulu: the plan for final term tuition is now scheduled. We're at 35% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Quick update: $68 raised so far (10%). I met with the university and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Precious B. Smith

    Study hard! Please keep us posted. God bless

    • Yusuf Lukman Lestari

      Keep going, Janet. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like.

      • Recep ÜnalQuestionID verified

        Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Janet

        • Janet Jepkoech NgowiOwnerAnswerID verifiedPhoto verified

          The list at the bottom is the whole picture. textbooks and materials is the biggest at $50. Thanks for looking so closely.

      • Yusuke ShimizuID verifiedPhoto verified

        Wishing you the best, Janet. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. After 13 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best.

        • Sangeetha H. Prabhu

          keep going. This could happen to any of us. God bless

          • Byaruhanga Odhiambo Athumani

            best of luck, Janet. Good luck with the exams, you've got this. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care.

            $423.50 raised of $700

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