@CateCAParent I spent a small fortune on ECs over the years for my only child, but it was never with an eye towards a college scholarship. In fact, I was the parent cautioning the other parents that betting on an athletic scholarship was not a good bet. I also was not willing, as a full pay parent, to spend $80k a year on an undergrad degree. I know many parents who think like I do. If you can afford it, there’s nothing wrong with spending money on ECs, even a lot. Spending a lot on ECs doesn’t mean you should also spend $80k/yr on undergrad.