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One semester away: help Stephanie graduate from Saint Paul State College
Stephanie is one term away from finishing a degree in social work but is blocked from enrolling by an unpaid balance of $4,350.
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I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a degree in social work at Saint Paul State College, and I'm one term 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 $4,350.
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.
Everything raised goes to the university's accounts office toward the outstanding balance and the final term's fees.
Where the $4,350 goes:
• Outstanding tuition balance: $2,500
• Final term tuition: $1,300
• Exam and lab fees: $280
• Textbooks and materials: $270
Thank you for reading my story.
- due date
- 2026-09-15
- bill type
- University tuition
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can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Saint Paul.
Thank you. If you're in Saint Paul I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great.
So sorry you're going through this, Stephanie. As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. I hope October is when things finally get easier. Love from Newcastle
Thinking of you and your family, Stephanie. Hope you get there. Greetings from Saket
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from São Paulo.
Sending strength. As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. I'll check back for the next update. God bless.
Keep going. Your post was clear and honest. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care.