Meet Jane, a 21-year-old who’s recently been accepted into her dream university. But there’s a catch. Her dad, a 57-year-old cardiologist, isn’t too thrilled about her choice of degree – English. He’s always supported her, even funding her ‘little rest’ year of travel. But now, he’s drawing a line in the sand. He insists that if she wants to pursue this degree, she’ll have to fund it herself. Is he being unreasonable or just looking out for her future? Let’s dive into the story.
A Dream Come True, with a Twist
The Degree Dilemma
The ‘Little Rest’ Year
The Promise and the Betrayal
Successful Siblings and a Different Path
The Ultimatum ⚖️
The Fallout ️
Sons Weigh In ️
The Financial Reality
A Father’s Concern or Sexism? ⚕️
Rebellion or Genuine Interest? ️
Father’s Tough Love or Unfair Treatment? The Internet Weighs In ⚖️
Jane’s dream of attending university has turned into a family drama. Her father, a cardiologist, has always supported her, even funding her ‘gap year’ of travel. But now, he’s refusing to pay for her English degree. He insists it’s not about the money, but about her future. Jane feels betrayed, claiming her father has always favored her brothers. Her brothers, both successful doctors, think their dad is being too harsh. Is he being unfair, or is this tough love? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
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“YTA. Punishing daughter for choosing ‘disapproved’ degree. English majors unite!”
“YTA. An English degree is not silly or useless.”
OP’s refusal to pay for daughter’s education sparks family conflict. YTA.
“Worth it” is subjective – an English major’s success story!
“YTA. Let her choose her own path. “
YTA: Pay for all kids, let her study what she wants!
Commenter calls out the dad as the a**hole.
YTA. Support your daughter’s education and stop favoritism.
“YTA… Why is an English major so bad? Not everyone in the world needs to be a doctor. You’re basically penalizing her for going back to school because she doesn’t want to spend her entire career in a field dictated by her father.”
” One would think that this would motivate Janet to go on the same path but instead she has decided to be “herself”.”
Really strange that you don’t want her to be her own person.”
“YTA- Favoring sons over daughter’s college degree? Try balancing!”
YTA for refusing to pay daughter’s university fees.
Choosing what to support financially: fair or judgmental?
YTA: Don’t judge her choices, support her dreams!
YTA for not supporting your child’s education and belittling her choice.
YTA. English degree has value for spelling and career paths.
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Sons agree: YTA for refusing to pay daughter’s university fees.
Debate over the value of an English degree sparks controversy
YTA. Last sentence says it all.
“Unfair or Justified?” Dad refuses to pay for daughter’s English degree.
“YTA. Don’t punish Jane for pursuing her passion and potential.”
Curious commenter questions dad’s financial capability for daughter’s education
An English degree can lead to lucrative proofreading and editing jobs!
OP’s dad is justified in not paying for her creative degree
YTA for not supporting your daughter’s education and trust.
“An actually useful degree”? YTA, broaden your horizons!
“Unfair for dad to refuse paying daughter’s university fees. YTA.”
YTA. Don’t underestimate her potential.
NTA: It’s your money, you supported your children equally.
“YTA. Your condescension and blackmail won’t lead to her happiness. “
Did you prioritize travel over your daughter’s education?
“NTA – Paying for college isn’t required. Taking a break is.”
Dad’s refusal to pay daughter’s fees sparks heated YTA debate
Parent criticized for condescension and prioritizing financial success over daughter’s dreams.
Controlling dad refuses to pay daughter’s uni fees.
YTA for devaluing an English Degree.
Commenter questions authenticity, calls OP an a**hole.
NTA sets conditions for paying daughter’s degree. Harsh but justified.
Compromise: Community college for prerequisites, then prove earning potential. NAH.
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Dad’s tough love: NTA, it’s your money. Time to grow up!
“YTA. Support your child’s dreams, not your own. “
Parent shares concerns about college expenses and offers advice.
“YTA. Coercion doesn’t lead to learning. Time to face reality.”
Parental control vs. personal freedom: Who’s the a**hole?
YTA: Don’t belittle her passion and support her dreams!
Let her be herself! Don’t decide her life for her!
“Pay for the degree and stop being an a**hole.”
NTA: Daughter wants English Degree, she can pay for it
YTA: Your daughter’s future and trust are at stake
Is her degree worth it? Teaching vs. doctor brothers
YTA: Don’t let money ruin your relationship with your daughter
English degree success story challenges OP’s decision.
