Finance – Business Administration student wins $5,000 tuition credit

Winning a $5,000 tuition credit from Durham College (DC) was a big (and pleasant) surprise for Taylor Bacon.

“I was sitting in class while I received this news,” said the first-year Finance – Business Administration student. “I was absolutely thrilled and excited, and honestly I didn’t think it was real.”

Fortunately, it was. She’s the lucky winner of an annual contest open to all DC applicants who register for campus events such as Open House and Program Information Nights.

“Winning this tuition award means a lot to me, because growing up, money was something my family struggled with,” she said. “I come from a single parent household, and I have always watched my mom work a crazy amount to provide for me and my siblings.

After graduating from high school earlier this year, she had considered taking a year to work and save money for college. Ultimately, she decided not to delay her education, and now she has a big head start on paying her tuition fees.

“I’m very thankful and extremely happy. This money helps me in so many ways.”

For DC President Dr. Elaine Popp, it’s always a pleasure to see the profound difference this award can make in a student’s life.

“At DC, we’re committed to helping our students thrive. Support like this not only eases financial pressure but also shows our belief in their potential. We’re so pleased to celebrate Taylor’s hard work and be part of her continued success.”