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Tuition fund for Erdem: an electrical engineering diploma at the Antalya Institute of Technology

Erdem has worked and saved for three years to study an electrical engineering diploma; a $1,350 gap now stands between him and graduation.

🇹🇷 Antalya, Antalya, Türkiye1,060 views
Erdem Volkan Çetin
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Antalya
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying an electrical engineering diploma at the Antalya Institute of Technology, and I'm one semester away from graduating. I have worked as a delivery rider to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $1,350. The registrar has told me I can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. I have a distinction average, and my academic advisor 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 $1,350 goes: • Final term tuition: $620 • Outstanding tuition balance: $660 • Exam and lab fees: $70 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
due date
2026-09-26
bill type
University tuition
#tuition#first-generation#graduation#education

Updates from Erdem

  1. Thank you all. We're at 2% now ($30). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for outstanding tuition balance is now scheduled.

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    “Wish I could do more. Thought of Erdem all day after reading this.”

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    Trustworthy helper

    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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    Exactly what I needed

    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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    Went above and beyond

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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    Truly grateful for the support

    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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  • Souad Jamila Badawi

    Praying for you, Erdem. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We're a small family in Charlotte but we're thinking of you. Thinking of Antalya.

    • Marta Birtukan Hailemariam

      Gave what I could, wish it was more. We're a small family in Ann Arbor but we're thinking of you. All the best.

      • Cris E. Mabini

        Sending good thoughts, Erdem. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. After 23 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Thinking of Antalya.

        • Annabelle Bryant

          It takes guts to ask. Well done. Put this on a community board in Port Harcourt this morning. Love from Port Harcourt.

          $177.50 raised of $1,350

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