Fernando Abreu Miranda, a 17-year-old student who earned a spot in medical school, plans to apply for financial aid to manage living expenses in Palmas due to his family's low income.
Fernando Abreu Miranda, a 17-year-old student from a low-income family, is preparing to move to Palmas, Brazil, to attend the Federal University of Tocantins (UFT) for his medical studies starting in late February. Despite his acceptance into the medical program, he faces significant challenges related to living expenses, including high rent in the city. Miranda plans to apply for ongoing financial assistance to help cover his costs while studying, as he anticipates a period of financial struggle for his family during his time in school.
In his journey, Miranda highlighted that the family is experiencing economic hardship. He referred to this time as
