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To the other question about the stipend, I completely agree that the ENTIRE cost of the program is expensive (24k+ for us), but the in-pocket stipend for APs has not increased in 10 years. Cost of living sure has since. Many of us would agree that Federal minimum wage should be increased (but won't under this administration). Short of that, I think it makes sense to offer more that the $200 per week. It's not about creating an 'AP wage war', it's about putting your money where your mouth is.[/quote]

I am paying the cost of living increase!!!  I am housing, feeding, paying for her insurance, gas, phone, internet, other utilities.  If AP is in this for the cash then she chose the wrong program.  Just like if I am this for cheap professional childcare, I am in the wrong program.[/quote]

Me me me... Yes you are paying for the cost of living increases on your part of the tab. Not on:

- Her transportation to and from activities (bus, train, metro- gas is actually almost the same as 10yrs ago)
- Her travel costs
- Any social activities, movies, coffees, restaurants
- Any extra food she may want that you may not be paying for
- Toiletries and personal hygiene products
- Health insurance costs

I am sure we could add more to this list...

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