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Natalia's final semester of a degree in social work in Odesa
Natalia is one term away from finishing a degree in social work but is blocked from enrolling by an unpaid balance of $650.
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I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a degree in social work at Odesa Community College, and I'm one term away from graduating. I have worked as a library assistant to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $650.
The registrar has told me I can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. I have a 3.6 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.
Everything raised goes to the university's accounts office toward the outstanding balance and the final term's fees.
Where the $650 goes:
• Final term tuition: $230
• Outstanding tuition balance: $330
• Textbooks and materials: $90
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
- Natalia
- due date
- 2026-12-05
- bill type
- University tuition
Updates from Natalia
Quick update: $80 raised so far (12%). I met with the university and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($155 in total) the plan for outstanding tuition balance is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Best of luck. I hope things turn around soon. Don't be hard on yourself for asking
Take care, Natalia. Study hard! Love from Jakarta.
Hope things get better soon. Good luck with the exams, you've got this. I went through something like this 4 years ago and strangers helped me out. God bless.
Thanks for sharing this. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.
You're not alone, Natalia. Hope this works out for you. God bless.