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Tuition fund for Hazel: a law degree at Belfast Polytechnic

A first-generation student, Hazel needs help covering tuition for the final stretch of a law degree.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom3,816 views
Hazel E. Simmons
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Belfast
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a law degree at Belfast Polytechnic, and I'm one semester away from graduating. I have worked as a tutor to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $3,750. 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 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 $3,750 goes: • Final term tuition: $1,250 • Outstanding tuition balance: $2,300 • Exam and lab fees: $200 Every share and every dollar helps.
due date
2025-11-03
bill type
University tuition
#tuition#first-generation#graduation#education

Updates from Hazel

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($2,293 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Small update. $1,645 so far, the first invoice got paid this week.

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    “Blessings. My brother told me about this one. - Campinas”

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    “From my family to yours. My brother told me about this one. - Bonny”

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    “Thought of Hazel all day after reading this. - Kansas City”

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Reviews

3.2(5 reviews)

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  • Henry A. Peterson🇦🇺Verified helper
    Truly grateful for the support

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Henry Festus Eze🇳🇬Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

    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.

  • Ani Rina Hartono🇮🇩Verified helper
    Helped when no one else could

    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.

  • Chukwuemeka Kayode Yakubu🇳🇬Verified donor
    Went above and beyond

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

  • Unathi Singh🇿🇦Verified helper
    Exceeded expectations

    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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  • Kannan C. Raju

    Rooting for you, Hazel. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.

    • Lourdes H. Acosta

      wishing you the best, Hazel. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. God bless

      • Anwar Ghassan Mebarek

        So sorry you're going through this. I hope things turn around soon. All the best!

        $4,127.50 raised of $3,750

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