Nothing.  Chances are, it is daddy and mommy's money that the student is spending anyway.  I just read an article (USF Magazine?) that shows that the average college student spends much more on alchohol than on school books.  There are not many poor college students.  There are many who don't live the lifestyle they judge that they are entitled to. just goes to show you that they charge to much for alchohol :'( you need to compare apples to apples..you could say the same for food/housing,etc...and IF mommy or daddy is supporting the student I would bet it is not the full load...and even if they were wouldnt it be nice to pass that discount along to that parent that is supporting there childs education...there are lots of university that when a student graduates they are Alumni members and have no charge ..they rely on donations only. I see more poor college students then rich ones that is for sure...lifestyles have change alot over time thank goodness and I think we as parents have supported that change..I know for myself I want my son to have it easier and better then I had....so many times it is alot easier for an Alumni to write that check but my hat goes off to the likes that go the extra yard and volunteers and puts the hours in at attending meetings and are willing to serve and organize projects that help the university..the