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One semester away: help Ilham graduate from Surabaya Community College

Ilham has worked and saved for three years to study an accounting degree; a $455 gap now stands between him and graduation.

🇮🇩 Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia1,000 views
Ilham Imam Tan
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Surabaya
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying an accounting degree at Surabaya Community College, and I'm two terms 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 $455. 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 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 Surabaya Community College bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $455 goes: • Outstanding tuition balance: $410 • Textbooks and materials: $40 • Exam and lab fees: $5 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
due date
2026-11-11
bill type
University tuition
#tuition#first-generation#graduation#education

Updates from Ilham

  1. 38% there. the plan for outstanding tuition balance is now scheduled. Thank you. - Ilham

  2. Quick update: $245 raised so far (54%). I made the first payment toward exam and lab fees. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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    “Thinking of you. Hope you get the rest soon. - Wollongong”

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    “Good luck. Only $25 but hope it helps. - Cebu City”

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    “Only $9 but hope it helps. - İzmir”

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Reviews

3.7(3 reviews)

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  • Brigitte Nathalie Lacroix🇫🇷Verified donor
    Reliable and compassionate

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Wendy Rodriguez🇺🇸Verified helper
    Great help in a difficult time

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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    Quick response, great follow-up

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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  • Lipi Puja SheikhQuestion

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

    • Ilham Imam TanOwnerAnswerID verified

      Sure. The biggest one is outstanding tuition balance, $410. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. Let me know if you want more detail.

  • Maarten Joost Van der Wal

    Praying for you, Ilham. Hope this works out for you. My husband and I read this together.

    • Atim Adhiambo Musyoka

      Keep going, Ilham. Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Warren.

      • Đào Huynh

        Rooting for you, Ilham. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.

        • Gianna S. Rodriguez

          Wishing you peace. Study hard! Thinking of Surabaya.

          • Daniel Musyoka Macharia

            Praying for you. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My neighbor in Munich donated after I showed her your page!

            • Zoya Maria Hrytsenko

              Thinking of you, Ilham. Shared it with a few friends. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Thinking of Surabaya!

              • Joaquim Murilo CoelhoPhoto verified

                As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. All the best.

                • Thu Phượng Vu

                  Thinking of you and your family, Ilham. Shared it with a few friends. My neighbor in Kandy donated after I showed her your page. God bless.

                  $335 raised of $455

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