Uncle Refuses To Pay For Niece's College Tuition

Mar 23, 2023, 12:30 PM

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A man who has taken in his niece after her father passed away is wondering if he's in the wrong for not being able to pay for her college tuition. Despite treating her like one of his own children, he simply doesn't have the funds to support her education. After telling her he wouldn't be able to pay for her tuition, his niece went to her room and later, her grandfather called him in a rage.

The man is now wondering if he's the a**hole for not being able to support his niece's education. What do you think of the situation? Read more in the post below.

Kind uncle takes care of niece but won't pay college fees.

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Niece confident uncle will pay for tuition, but will he?

kingjaytheg | kingjaytheg

Uncle denies niece's tuition, offers basic necessities instead. 💰

kingjaytheg | kingjaytheg

Uncle faces backlash for not paying niece's tuition fees 😠

kingjaytheg | kingjaytheg

Struggling with niece's tuition, AITA for not offering help? 😕

kingjaytheg | kingjaytheg

Struggling legal guardian seeks alternatives to pay niece's tuition 🎓

kingjaytheg | kingjaytheg

Uncle refuses to pay for niece's tuition 🤑💸

Family is supposed to stick together, but when it comes to college tuition, it's every man for himself. A Reddit user shared his story of taking in his niece after her father passed away, treating her like his own child, but now he's being called cruel because he won't pay for her college tuition.

He explained that he financially supports his own children, but can only offer basic necessities to his niece. After the niece's conversation with her grandfather, the poster was called and berated for his actions. However, the poster admits that he couldn't afford to pay for his niece's tuition and didn't have the heart to tell her earlier.

Is he in the wrong or is it an unfortunate reality of life? Read on for the reactions and comments on this post.

Financial aid options for niece, NAH judgment on uncle's decision.

Scrabblement | Scrabblement

Did OP put away some of the social security benefits for her?

Cesariam | Cesariam

Uncle should have communicated better; YTA for not planning ahead 🤔

VerySurlyPerson | VerySurlyPerson

Family drama: Uncle won't pay for niece's college tuition. 🤔

[deleted] | [deleted]

Uncle refuses to pay for college despite treating niece like outsider 😒

NomNom83WasTaken | NomNom83WasTaken

Concerns raised about financial aid eligibility, with AH judgment.

[deleted] | [deleted]

Commenter suggests niece should have been more proactive about scholarships. Reply highlights the importance of adult guidance 🎓

Tyberious_ | Tyberious_

NTA for not saving for niece's college but should offer guidance.

Euphoric_Care_2516 | Euphoric_Care_2516

Guardian seeks advice on college financial aid for niece 🎓

JerryVand | JerryVand

Uncle not responsible for niece's college tuition, offers to help. 🎓

OLAZ3000 | OLAZ3000

Commenter calls out OP for not discussing college tuition earlier 💸

Present_Fruit2289 | Present_Fruit2289

Uncle didn't save for niece's tuition, but is she entitled?

Kitchen-Arm-3288 | Kitchen-Arm-3288

NTA, commenter suggests niece should have applied for scholarships first 👍

connolan1 | connolan1

Being independent and applying for scholarships is admirable 👏

Coffeehorsee | Coffeehorsee

Niece sees cousins get tuition paid, uncle refuses hers. YTA.

Bicyclewithdaisies | Bicyclewithdaisies

Defending uncle's decision not to pay for niece's tuition 💰

Pharmacienne123 | Pharmacienne123

OP accused of taking brother's social security meant for niece 😬

PrestigiousWedding36 | PrestigiousWedding36

NTA for not paying niece's college tuition, scholarship is an option 🎓

RandomUser_9010 | RandomUser_9010

Uncle not obligated to fully fund niece's college education. NTA 👍

Ryan233tiger | Ryan233tiger

Commenter questions why uncle didn't plan for niece's education 🤔

Rosie-Disposition | Rosie-Disposition

Curious about custody: aunt or uncle raised niece for tuition?

Prudent_Border5060 | Prudent_Border5060

The importance of setting up a college fund for your kids 💰

bina101 | bina101

Dependent status not enough to pay for college tuition. NTA.

Sunny9226 | Sunny9226

Tragic loss and international complications impact niece's tuition payment

helpavolunteerout | helpavolunteerout

Curious about living arrangements and expectations for college funding.

normalizingfat | normalizingfat

Commenter accuses uncle of lying about treating niece equally.

Motor_Business483 | Motor_Business483

Financial struggles and compromise in college tuition payment. 💸

SirLow8846 | SirLow8846

Uncle prioritizes his own kids over niece's future. YTA 😒

IrishMollie | IrishMollie

Uncle's tough love sparks debate on family's responsibility for education 🤔

Mrfleas | Mrfleas

Family support needed for college tuition, start the conversation now 💰💬

flax97 | flax97

Uncle called out for othering and hurting niece with college tuition.

AlwaysWantsIceCream | AlwaysWantsIceCream

A comment suggests the uncle should have discussed options with niece earlier 😔

KintsugiMind | KintsugiMind

Legal status affects college finances and your perceived morality 🤔

veni_vidi_dixi | veni_vidi_dixi

Niece's uncle refuses to pay for college tuition, commenters side with OP (NTA)

captnspock | captnspock

OP is NTA for not being able to pay tuition 💰

Impossible-Peach-985 | Impossible-Peach-985

NTA for not paying tuition, but maybe look into free options 🎓

Tight-Background-252 | Tight-Background-252

OP's refusal to help pay for niece's college tuition deemed YTA 😔

4_Legged_Duck | 4_Legged_Duck

Curious about the niece's age when taken in 🤔

SerenelyKo | SerenelyKo

Defending financial decisions sparks debate 👀💰

lotsofwordswritten | lotsofwordswritten

Niece's college tuition: Uncle is NAH, suggests scholarships, grants, and employment.

groovymama98 | groovymama98

Uncle under fire for not paying for niece's college tuition 💰

localherofan | localherofan

Uncle's refusal to pay for niece's tuition is heartless ❤️

Present_Indication_7 | Present_Indication_7

Family comes first, but is it fair to expect payment?

Potential_Honey_955 | Potential_Honey_955

Adopted niece deserves equal treatment. YTA 😠

RikkuHoraiji | RikkuHoraiji

OP's failure to save for niece's college could limit her aid. YTA 😒

beingsydneycarton | beingsydneycarton

Uncle needs to make up for lack of planning, show he cares ❤️

Plenty_Metal_1304 | Plenty_Metal_1304

Uncle refuses to pay for niece's college tuition - YTA

throwaway4201969 | throwaway4201969

Niece's entitlement leads to uncle refusing to pay tuition 💸

Nathan_Poe | Nathan_Poe

Uncle faces backlash for not funding niece's education. 😬

LadyCass79 | LadyCass79

Uncle not obligated to pay for niece's college tuition. NTA sentiment.

CommunicateQueen | CommunicateQueen

Financial burden of niece's tuition, brother's lack of insurance discussed. 💰

pintsizedblonde2 | pintsizedblonde2

NTA for not paying niece's tuition but still offering support 💰

LilyInvu | LilyInvu

Financial limitations make it tough to support everyone's education 🔎

SubstantialHighway57 | SubstantialHighway57

Commenter criticizes uncle for not prioritizing niece's future 👍

Spiritual-Young-2196 | Spiritual-Young-2196

Planned for 3 kids, can't magically stretch savings for 4th. NTA.

Classic_Bet_8937 | Classic_Bet_8937

Providing a stable home is enough. NTA 🙏

Rich_Expert_7487 | Rich_Expert_7487

Niece's tough situation; gentle YTA for not making adjustments earlier.

rollingpinhead | rollingpinhead

Uncle faces backlash for not treating niece like his own child 💰❌

souponastick | souponastick

Financial advice for legal guardians of college-bound students.

pepperedcitrus | pepperedcitrus

Communication is key for fair expectations. 📩

annedroiid | annedroiid

Uncle faces judgment for not paying niece's tuition. 😒

Ornery-Guitar-1234 | Ornery-Guitar-1234

Get the community involved 👏🏽

CakeZealousideal1820 | CakeZealousideal1820

Uncle's lack of communication caused hurt and confusion 😔

sweetpeppah | sweetpeppah

Debate over niece's college tuition sparks YTA/NTA conflict 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

GrandeKase | GrandeKase

Uncle criticized for not supporting niece's education 💸

Ok-Educator850 | Ok-Educator850

Curious about the backstory: niece's duration in uncle's care?

OOOOmageddon | OOOOmageddon