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One semester away: help Shawn graduate from San Diego Polytechnic

Shawn is one semester away from finishing an agriculture degree but is blocked from enrolling by an unpaid balance of $5,250.

🇺🇸 San Diego, California, United States3,888 views
Shawn Jefferson
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San Diego
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying an agriculture degree at San Diego Polytechnic, and I'm one semester away from graduating. I have worked as a barista to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $5,250. The registrar has told me I can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. I have a top-ten-percent 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. Everything raised goes to the university's accounts office toward the outstanding balance and the final term's fees. Where the $5,250 goes: • Textbooks and materials: $280 • Final term tuition: $2,600 • Outstanding tuition balance: $2,370 With deep gratitude, Shawn
due date
2025-01-29
bill type
University tuition
#tuition#first-generation#graduation#education

Updates from Shawn

  1. Thank you all. We're at 33% now ($1,746). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

  2. We're at 22% thanks to 27 of you. I met with the university and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.

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    Honest and trustworthy

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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    Great help in a difficult time

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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    Exceptional service

    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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    Helped when no one else could

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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  • Liliana S. Soto

    good luck, Shawn. I hope things turn around soon. I'm in construction myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

    • Pranav S. Maurya

      You're not alone, Shawn. Education changes everything, hope you graduate with honors. Love from Kampala.

      • Rima Shefali Mukherjee

        Take care, Shawn. It takes guts to ask. Well done

        • Fionnuala FitzpatrickID verified

          Sending love. Looking forward to the next update. It's not much but it's yours. Greetings from Aberdeen.

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