I am not sure if this topic has been discussed elsewhere, but does anybody have advice regarding funding negotiations for Philosophy PhD programs?
I know universities probably don't get wiggle room when they make their offers. However, I have been accepted to several schools. All but one have offered funding around $23,000 (with tuition + health insurance). However, I nabbed a fellowship at another institution for a total stipend of around $33,000 per year (also with tuition and insurance). I know I won't get these other schools to go up that high, but is it worth asking? Or do I just risk losing the offer altogether, or starting my relationship with the university off on the wrong foot?
Has anybody had success in negotiating their funding offer?