Is this sentence correct ?

Question

In order to avoid disappointment, you must sign up for the classes as soon as possible owing to the fact that another student might replace you. 

Answer 1

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"owing to the fact" is not a normal way to say it.

Replace it with "due to the fact" that another student

might take the slot. 

Answer 2

You are quite close, but it needs a bit of help.

You could say:

In order to avoid disappointment, you must sign up for the classes as soon as possible, owing to the fact that other students may take the available spaces. 

In order to avoid disappointment, you must sign up for the classes as soon as possible, owing to the fact that another student may take that available space.

Answer 3

In order to avoid disappointment, you must sign up for the classes otherwise (else) another student might replace you.

Answer 4

In order to avoid disappointment, you must sign up for [the] classes as soon as possible [owing to the fact] so the slots will not be taken by other students.

Answer 5

No because, if you haven't signed up, it is impossible to be "replaced." Change replace to preempt and it would work.

Answer 6

Due to the fact that this class fills quickly, it is recommended you enroll early to ensure your spot and lessen the chance that the request is denied.

Answer 7

Strictly speaking ..

How can someone have 'replaced you' if they just got there first ?

Answer 8

In order to avoid disappointment, you must sign up for the classes otherwise (else) another student might replace you.

Answer 9

Sounds ok.