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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The reality is most of us posting on this thread are typically middle to modestly wealthy families with salaries from $80-500K per year.

Certainly enough to keep roofs over our head, but not enough to transfer significant wealth to the next generatin.

The people who are really gaming the system are those who can boost chances of admission to selective schools

1) through athletic talent and cultivation of that talent via travel sports, private coaches and the like

2) by applying ED and not applying for financial aid

Having one or both of those advantages helps far more than a slightly higher SAT or ACT score -- secured through extra time on standardized tests for legitimate or questionable reasons.

We are arguing with each other over details and not getting at the systemic problem.

College admissions (like many other parts of our society) is not based on merit. The notion of being able to succeed if you are willing to apply yourself and put in the effort is a myth.

Sure a few pull it off, but most do not. [/quote]

This.[/quote]

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