One of the great things about those fields is that they don't really require a degree. So one option is let them do it, just without the huge upfront sunk cost.

One of the great things about those fields is that they don't really require a degree. So one option is let them do it, just without the huge upfront sunk cost. If it's art, they could live at home, work as a barista, take art classes, and paint as much as they want. If it's acting they could move to L.A. or new york, wait tables and take lessons while auditioning. After a few years they'll find a little traction and decide to pursue it a few more or they'll figure accounting isn't so bad. Better to figure that out at 21 than 28.