“I am honestly so grateful to have been part of Meritus and 10,000 Degrees throughout this process. They were crucial for me as it meant having extra financial aid to cover for other expenses. But ultimately having a community to go for help, for answers to questions and a support system that was cheering me on constantly is priceless. My involvement aided me to continue to push forward, even if times were rough. Forever grateful!
My continuous effort in attending and finishing college has shown my family that it is possible – it even motivated some of my cousins to attend college.
I am ONE Degree of Change because I am proof that no matter what life throws at you as long as you put in the effort, any dream can become a reality.”