University of Alabama sororities are racist against blacks

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55. Competition for attention, for support, and sometimes for those extra grade points.

Usually, though not always, schools chose to or are forced to "ration" resources. There may be a finite number of scholarships, for example. Certain field trips or internships might only be available to the highest scoring students.

All other things being equal, greater household income can provide greater resources that in turn provide an advantage.

Such resources may include direct support, such as tutors or only one working parent, or funds for science camp and better tools, laptops, Internet, and also include indirect but invaluable resources, like better nutrition, health care, and less stress in the home and neighborhood.