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Leonardo's final semester of a law degree in Bogotá
A first-generation student, Leonardo needs help covering tuition for the final stretch of a law degree.
🇨🇴 Bogotá, Bogotá D.C., Colombia1,573 views
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a law degree at Bogotá University, and I'm two terms away from graduating. I have worked as a delivery rider to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $1,100.
The registrar has told me I can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. I have a first-class 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 Bogotá University bursar's office. I'll post the receipt.
Where the $1,100 goes:
• Outstanding tuition balance: $500
• Final term tuition: $520
• Exam and lab fees: $45
• Textbooks and materials: $35
With deep gratitude,
Leonardo
- due date
- 2026-06-12
- bill type
- University tuition
Updates from Leonardo
Update from Bogotá: I met with the university and confirmed the amounts. We're at 18% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us. - Leonardo
Good news. Because of your gifts ($135 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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I hope things turn around soon. After 21 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. God bless.
Good luck. Shared it with a few friends. Thinking of Bogotá.
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Arusha.
take care, Leonardo. Shared it with a few friends. We're a small family in Springfield but we're thinking of you. Greetings from Springfield.
Sending love, Leonardo. Good luck with the exams, you've got this. Take care.
Wishing you the best, Leonardo. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Jinja
Thanks for sharing this, Leonardo. As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. Sent it to 28 people at work.