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One semester away: help Elias graduate from Joliet University
Elias has worked and saved for three years to study a teaching qualification; a $3,200 gap now stands between him and graduation.
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I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a teaching qualification at Joliet University, and I'm two terms 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 $3,200.
The registrar has told me I can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. I have a 3.8 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.
Everything raised goes to the university's accounts office toward the outstanding balance and the final term's fees.
Where the $3,200 goes:
• Outstanding tuition balance: $1,000
• Final term tuition: $1,750
• Exam and lab fees: $230
• Textbooks and materials: $220
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- due date
- 2026-10-23
- bill type
- University tuition
Updates from Elias
We're at 27% thanks to 19 of you. the first invoice got paid this week. More news soon.
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“Get well soon. From Joliet with love. - Joliet”
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“Take care of yourselves. Thought of Elias all day after reading this.”
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“Sending love. Hope the October deadline works out. - Munich”
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“Take care of yourselves. Only $39 but hope it helps.”
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how is Elias doing now?
stay strong. Hope this works out for you. Thinking of Joliet.
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Joliet
Thank you. If you're in Joliet I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Ask me anything else.
You're not alone, Elias. Shared this with my family. God bless.
Hang in there, Elias. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Blessings.
Praying for you. 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. Take care
Study hard! It's not much but it's yours