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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]FA isn’t just about SES.  I’ve literally been told by a school - in writing no less - that their FA was intended to diversify the school, which we don’t do.  Admitted, yes.  Being white meant no FA.[/quote]

My family is white and we are at a top 5 on 66% FA.

I can tell you know that while my daughter has had incredible teachers and a wonderful experience, the reality is, it is expensive and as they get older in high school and there are opportunities, trips, and all the expenses of junior/senior year, you will wonder why you ever did it. These kids are handed everything and it g ets tough when you can’t afford the 5 figure tutors, the most expensive private college counselor, or take the 5K test prep course.  Not to mention that a white kid who needs aid for college is not well received. The URM’s have their choices. The rich whites can get into anything that isn’t need blind. The FA whites struggle, even with fantastic GPA’s. They aren’t inflated enough for in-state schools and privates don’t see you as a valuable asset when someone with a slightly lower GPA will not only pay but donate money.

Be grateful you will save the money.  Save it for tutors, vacations, colleges, etc... 
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Agree 100%[/quote]

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