Money

[JayJay]

Originally Posted by JonHecht

My grandparents could pay it like it was nothing, but I doubt they would.
Then why should someone else?

 

[thekunk07]

^

 

[Deluks917]

Your gandparents won't pay for Oxford? You presumably worked your ass off to get there. Its not like your asking for a ******* car. I don't buy this.

 

[JonHecht]

They think that we (my siblings and I) should pay for our own education. Character building and all that jazz. Not to mention they want me to go to law school and are convinced I'll be poor if I take the academic route, so they certainly won't facilitate it.

 

[VKK3450]

Link?

Would you be applying to a college or a school for grad study?

K

 

[SkinnyGoomba]

I'll do it, PM your addy.

 

[Benzito]

Why don't you tell them to lend you the money and you'll pay it back with some interest. You learn the value of money and they bleed their grandson dry during their golden years to teach him a lesson.

 

[JonHecht]

I'm not sure on the details of how it works, but I'm under the impression that I apply to a particular college.

 

[VKK3450]

Originally Posted by JonHecht

I'm not sure onthe details of how it works, but I'm under the impression that I apply toa particular college.

Different colleges and schools have different arrangements at Oxford. You should spend a few minutes to understand your program. My experience is is quite different.

Sounds to me like you are putting the horse before the cart.

 

[oldseed]

anyway, they're right. you'll be old and poor as **** by the time you get tenure.

seed
(almost been there, done that, but i saved myself at the last moment)

 

[KitAkira]

My cousin is going to Oxford, her family is well to do but not $80k on hand well to do, I think you are misinformed.

 

[VKK3450]

Originally Posted by KitAkira

My cousin is going to Oxford, her family is well to do but not $80k on hand well to do, I think you are misinformed.

Yup, I did grad school at Oxford and I didn't have to show any funds to get acceptance...

K

 

[kwilkinson]

Originally Posted by VKK3450

Yup, I did grad school at Oxford and I didn't have to show any funds to get acceptance...

K

Being the janitor doesn't really count as "doing grad school." A for effort though.

 

[VKK3450]

Originally Posted by kwilkinson

Being the janitor doesn't really count as "doing grad school." A for effort though.

Look, Matt Damon got into harvard or whatever by mopping floors in good will hunting . Dont hate on a brotha.

And I heard your internship was actually at an ihop with truffles on the menu, so those that live in glass houses...

K

 

[arced]

Originally Posted by gdl203

OK serious answer/advice: finding the funds doesn't matter unless you actually get in. So, ask your grandparents to provide you a letter for the school's admission department stating that they would sponsor you and fully fund your tuition and living expenses. No you're not actually asking them for money - yet. Most (all?) universities are satisfied with a sponsor letter. Now, if you get in, start a new thread asking for advice on where to find the money you really need - obvious answer is to get a loan.

I think it's reasonable to get a letter from the grandparents stating that they'd cover the costs, but if the University doesn't pony up a fellowship, then he shouldn't go. It's crazy to borrow money to get a PhD in philosophy, that's like taking out a loan to buy lottery tickets. Especially since the OP has stated he hates students and teaching, the chances of him getting a tenure-track job that he'd want are mind-bogglingly poor. Just for reference, my understanding is that jobs that he wouldn't deign to take, such as teaching at a liberal arts college, get about 600 applicants -- all with PhDs, publications and teaching experience.