The FAFSA changed the viewing of other colleges less than four years ago. IIRC, the Profile then followed suit.
But really…it doesn’t matter. If you need aid…you need aid.
I will say, applying to 30 colleges is a bit extreme, and as noted…costly.
And once more…if your parents can pay $20,000 annually…apply to University of Alabama. I believe with your stats, the net cost will be less than $20,000 a year. It’s a sure thing…guaranteed merit awards at UA. Apply today and you will have an answer probably well before Christmas.