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One semester away: help Gonzalo graduate from the Rochester Institute of Technology
Gonzalo has worked and saved for four years to study a pharmacy diploma; a $4,650 gap now stands between him and graduation.
🇺🇸 Minnesota, United States1,969 views
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a pharmacy diploma at the Rochester Institute of Technology, 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 $4,650.
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 academic advisor 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 the Rochester Institute of Technology bursar's office. I'll post the receipt.
Where the $4,650 goes:
• Outstanding tuition balance: $2,250
• Final term tuition: $1,800
• Exam and lab fees: $220
• Textbooks and materials: $380
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- due date
- 2026-11-20
- bill type
- University tuition
Updates from Gonzalo
Quick update: $608 raised so far (13%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
We're at 8% thanks to 15 of you. the plan for textbooks and materials is now scheduled. More news soon.
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I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Greetings from Bogor
Praying for you, Gonzalo. Your post was clear and honest. I hope October is when things finally get easier. Greetings from Dhaka.
thanks for sharing this, Gonzalo. Good luck with the exams, you've got this.