In today's educational landscape, parents often face a difficult choice: how to combine the desire to secure a brilliant future for their child with the need to instill a sense of responsibility for their own achievements. In the discussion about whether college tuition should be paid entirely out-of-pocket, we see compelling arguments on both sides. On one hand, financial support is viewed as an act of unconditional love and care, freeing the teenager from monetary concerns and allowing them to focus solely on learning and self-development. However, when considering long-term prospects, full financial coverage can sometimes deprive young people of the opportunity to understand the true value of education—after all, when success comes without personal effort, a mindset develops that all achievements should come effortlessly. Moreover, the absence of real challenges may lead to future successes being valued much less, while important skills such as planning or negotiation remain undeveloped. Consequently, many parents begin to seek a golden mean—a combined approach where support is partial or provided under certain conditions that stimulate independence. Thus, when deciding which path to take, it is important to remember that a balance between support and fostering independence is capable not only of ensuring a quality education but also of shaping a mature, independent individual ready to face the challenges of adult life.
