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One semester away: help Willem graduate from Sandton State College

Willem has worked and saved for four years to study a nursing degree; a $600 gap now stands between him and graduation.

🇿🇦 2196, Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa546 views
Willem D. Maharaj
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Sandton
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a nursing degree at Sandton State College, and I'm two terms away from graduating. I have worked as a shop assistant to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $600. 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 department head 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 $600 goes: • Outstanding tuition balance: $240 • Final term tuition: $230 • Exam and lab fees: $30 • Textbooks and materials: $100 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
due date
2026-10-10
bill type
University tuition
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  • Pankaj Sanjay Walia

    Sending love, Willem. As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. Thinking of Sandton.

    • Mohit T. Nanda

      Hang in there, Willem. I hope things turn around soon

      • Jenny L. Aquino

        Sending strength. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Haarlem.

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