Post-Graduate Dreams

This fall 2015 i'll begin pursuing my Master's degree in Public Administration at UNC Chapel Hill. It's been a long road to this point and I wouldn't have been able to accomplish this much without the constant support of all my family and friends. Additionally, being on scholarship has been pivotal in my pursuit of higher education. For my graduate education I've been blessed once again with a scholarship and financial aid to cover the cost of my education. The costs that I now have to face are the re-location costs, the most important (and daunting) of which is housing. The housing that I have been finding in Carrboro, NC and Chapel Hill ranges between $460-580, all ask for the first months rent as a deposit in addition to the first month's rent. This means I need between $920-$1160 in August just to secure housing. In addition to that, furniture and other household items are things that I haven't had for a while. My family is working hard to try and save up and help with what they can. Any additional financial support, even good vibes and some prayers are much appreciated. If you can't donate, spread  the word! 

Much love,

Stephanie Watkins-Cruz