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[mnky9800n]

I do not understand how this misconception is so pervasive especially on hacker news. Every time phds are discussed someone says this. If you don’t know anything at all about a topic why say something?

[almostgotcaught]

Just as in real life, some people just enjoy hearing themselves speak (write).

[fastneutron]

Nobody pays tuition in a PhD program. Your work is funded by grants and fellowships and you get paid a stipend.

[nolamark]

I understand your intent, but "Nobody" is as just as much of a myth.

I self funded my PhD. I prefered it that way.

[relyks]

You don't typically pay for a PhD. You're accepted into a program and the schools pays for you, sometimes even with a stipend to help with living costs

[gylterud]

And on the Nordic countries you are employed and given a living wage while doing a PhD.