College can be very expensive. For many people, relying on loans that require years of repayment becomes the only option. While others are fortunate to have their parents cover the cost, this can sometimes come with its own set of conditions. A Redditor recently shared how he agreed tosponsorhis daughter’s tuition only on the condition that she studies computer science. When she chose to pursue a different course, he was quite displeased.
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Parental support for college can be a double-edged sword; it eases financial stress but can also come with expectations and potential conflict
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The author refused to pay his daughter’s tuition because she lied about her major
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He thought he had talked her into studying computer science but found out she was majoring in illustration
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His decision did not sit well with his wife and daughter and they are upset with him
The poster agreed to fund his daughter’s education on the condition that she majored incomputer science. He expressed concerns about the job security of an illustration major, a field he believes his daughter is passionate about but lacks promising career prospects.
However, the daughter reportedly chose to pursueillustrationdespite the agreement. This came to light when the father discovered mail addressed to his daughter regarding anartexhibition showcasing her work. He offered his daughter three options: pay for her own education, seek financial support from her mother, or begin repaying what he considers “stolen” money used for her studies.
The author maintains his stance, claiming he was deceived and his financial support was contingent on a specific academic path. However, his wife disagrees, calling his response “unreasonable” and suggesting a 19-year-old cannot be expected to shoulder the entire financial burden of their education.
The daughter, unsurprisingly, is also upset with her father’s decision.
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Many young people pressured into studying a specific field end up pursuing their true passions later, regardless of the financial security their chosen path may have offered. It’s important to consider this from the child’s perspective and recognize that while traditional careers like doctor, lawyer, or engineer were once considered the gold standard, today’s diverse job market includes nontraditional paths like influencer or content creation, which can also be fulfilling and lucrative.
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