Harini's final semester of a master's in public health in Mumbai

I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a master's in public health at Mumbai Polytechnic, and I'm one semester away from graduating. I have worked as a delivery rider to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $1,000. The registrar has told me I can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. I have a top-ten-percent 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. The payment will go directly to the Mumbai Polytechnic bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $1,000 goes: • Outstanding tuition balance: $500 • Final term tuition: $420 • Exam and lab fees: $55 • Textbooks and materials: $25 Glad we found this place. - Harini