I came to the U.S. at sixteen. I did well in high school—even won a state math award. My teacher encouraged me to apply for college, but my immigration status blocked everything. I couldn’t apply for federal aid or most scholarships. Tuition felt like a mountain. I wash dishes at night and deliver food on weekends just to pay for another semester. Watching my classmates study with loans and grants is hard to swallow. I don’t expect special treatment, just a fair chance. We work hard and contribute. We deserve a path to education, not a closed door. #ImmigrationPolicyNow