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One semester away: help Piper graduate from San Jose Polytechnic

A first-generation student, Piper needs help covering tuition for the final stretch of a pharmacy diploma.

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Piper H. Jefferson
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San Jose
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a pharmacy diploma at San Jose Polytechnic, 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 $5,450. 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 professor 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 San Jose Polytechnic bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $5,450 goes: • Textbooks and materials: $210 • Final term tuition: $3,100 • Outstanding tuition balance: $2,140 Glad we found this place. - Piper
due date
2026-02-24
bill type
University tuition
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    Amazing support system

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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    Patient and understanding

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    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Jaxon W. Langley

    Good luck. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Please keep us posted. Thinking of San Jose.

    • Abosede Abosede QuadriPhoto verified

      Stay strong, Piper. It takes guts to ask. Well done. God bless.

      • Segun Kingsley Fashola

        Keep going, Piper. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Wish I lived closer to Lagos so I could bring a meal

        • Nolan B. Peterson

          Wishing you the best, Piper. Shared it with a few friends. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too

          • Rosa H. Ávila

            Study hard! I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

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