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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’ve told my kids we will pay for their Bachelor’s degrees. That will be our last major gift to them. I don’t care what they do afterwards as long as they’re 100% self-supporting. The expectation is that they’ll complete at least a BA, barring special needs and/or health issues.[/quote]
I have the same expectations, but if they major in something like theater, and 99% of the time they can't get a job to financially support themselves within 2 years, then what will you? Just cut them off?

My DD *loves* * adores* *lives* theater and drama.  But, she knows she shouldn't major in it because 1. she likes her material things   and 2. she has thin skin, and can't handle the type of comments/rejections that people in the arts/entertainment industry have to deal with.

So, DD will major in something that she can get a good job in, and do community theater on the side.  I 100% support her joining a theater/drama club/community theater in college.[/quote]

Your DD sounds very self-aware! The thin skin thing leads a lot of kids to utter disappointment. OP, I don't know how old your kid is, and how much experience they've gotten. They should know all the harsh realities ... but if they do, let them try. Recommend a backup plan. [/quote]

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