Dad Refuses to Pay Daughter’s College Tuition: Heartless or Fair Play?

Divorces can be messy, and the aftermath can leave lasting scars on families. One dad (44m) is facing a heart-wrenching dilemma as he decides whether or not to pay for his estranged daughter’s college tuition. With a history of trying to be present in his children’s lives, he’s now faced with the harsh reality that his daughter has cut him out completely. Now that she’s heading off to college, the question arises: should he still foot the bill?

The Divorce and Two Children ‍ ‍

The College Fund

Father-Son Bonding ❤️

Lauren’s Cold Shoulder

Years of Reaching Out

Therapy Sessions ️

Ben’s Frustration

Giving Up on Lauren

College Tuition Talk

The Checkbook Dilemma

Dad’s Decision

Family Fallout

The Rift Deepens

To Pay or Not to Pay? ‍♂️

Update: The Final Decision

Dad’s Tough Love: No More ATM

In an unexpected turn of events, the father decides to stick to his decision, refusing to pay for Lauren’s college tuition. He plans to retire early and help his son with his first home instead. With the family rift deepening, the father acknowledges that he may never have a relationship with his daughter again. But one thing’s for sure – he won’t be her ATM when she’s in need. As the family drama unfolds, we can’t help but wonder: is this tough love, or just plain heartless?

Father refuses to pay daughter’s college tuition, Reddit calls him TA

Father refuses to pay daughter’s tuition, deemed YTA by commenters

NTA comment defends father’s decision to not fund daughter’s college.

Divorced dad’s daughter cut him off for moving 25 mins away

Father refuses to pay daughter’s tuition, called YTA for it.

Comment and replies seem off-topic

Daughter wants tuition, Dad refuses. Commenters predict relationship fallout.

Father refuses to pay for daughter’s college tuition, causing family rift

Father’s sudden decision to pull college fund: Soft YTA. Discuss alternatives.

NTA comment defends dad’s decision not to pay daughter’s tuition.

Daughter only wants money, NTA for refusing to pay tuition.

Father and daughter’s estranged relationship affects college tuition payment.

Cutting off a parent means no college tuition.

Repair the relationship or cut her off? A tough call.

Divorced parents dispute college tuition ownership. Ex forfeited home ownership.

Father reneges on college fund, daughter cuts him off.

Daughter’s college tuition taken away last minute causing debt and pain.

NTA. Commenter shares personal experience and advises against paying tuition. Replies discuss financial aid and family dynamics.

Respecting daughter’s wishes: NTA or YTA? Reddit can’t decide

Daughter’s college tuition: YTA for clear favoritism and neglect.

Curious about the backstory and emotional immaturity of the father

Father’s refusal to pay tuition jeopardizes daughter’s future. YTA.

Father not obligated to pay for college, but relationship may suffer

Engaging NTA comment with witty reply

Commenter calls out OP and defends parent’s responsibility.

Father’s decision to not pay daughter’s tuition sparks family drama.

Commenter asks for more context on OP’s relationship with daughter.

Father called out for unfair treatment of daughter. Be accountable.

Suggestion to seek counseling before deciding to pay tuition.

Abandoned daughter calls out heartless dad for not paying tuition

NTA for refusing to pay college tuition for estranged daughter.

Father receives harsh judgement for quitting on his daughter.

Daughter’s tuition feud leads to family fallout. YTA verdict.

Family feud over college tuition leads to disinheritance.

YTA dad refuses to pay for therapy & college tuition

Mixed messages on parenting: who’s in charge?

Daughter shares personal experience of broken promises and strained relationship.

Commenter calls out OP for being a selfish parent.

Divorce decree affects college tuition payment? Ex gave up support.

Father deposits money in daughter’s account to control her decisions

Paying for tuition is a basic dad thing to do ‍

Father’s conditional love towards his children is unacceptable.

Commenter calls out OP for giving up on relationship

Father’s lack of effort caused daughter’s estrangement and financial struggle.

NTA for not paying daughter’s tuition, despite twisted blame game.