Jacksonville, Fl.
Lyse Medinas parents moved to Jacksonville from Haiti so she could have more opportunities, but the change brought challenges.
Medina tells our partners at Action News Jax, My dad is a taxi driver, and my mother isnt working right now because she has had several eye surgeries.
Medina said there wasnt any money for college.
Shes relied on scholarships and financial aid, but even that isnt enough.
The sophomore explains, In order to go to college, I have to work or get financial aid, which sometimes would not disperse on time Thats a lot coming out of my pockets, because Im only working part time.
Florida State College at Jacksonville president Cynthia Bioteau said the cost of tuition, books and fees adds up and overwhelms…
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