Zahra's final semester of a diploma in hospitality management in Alexandria

I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a diploma in hospitality management at Alexandria Polytechnic, and I'm one term away from graduating. I have worked as a library assistant to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $650. The registrar has told me I can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. I have a 3.9 average, and my faculty supervisor 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 Alexandria Polytechnic bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $650 goes: • Exam and lab fees: $40 • Outstanding tuition balance: $160 • Final term tuition: $450 Thank you for reading my story. - Zahra