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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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Stephanie Ray
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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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  • Busisiwe CoetzeeQuestionPhoto verified

    can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Saint Paul.

    • Stephanie RayOwnerAnswerID verified

      Thank you. If you're in Saint Paul I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great.

  • Emma Rita Gatti

    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

    • Kiran Laxman Tamang

      Thinking of you and your family, Stephanie. Hope you get there. Greetings from Saket

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        Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from São Paulo.

        • Million Mekonnen Worku

          Sending strength. As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. I'll check back for the next update. God bless.

          • Faisal Ibrahim GhanemID verified

            Keep going. Your post was clear and honest. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care.

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