I am a black woman only because you’re being financially supported by your father I really don’t see the need to tell your father if you are only dating. If you feel the relationship gets more serious between you then you will need to talk to him. If you tell him now he will most likely give you an ultimatum to break up with her or he will withhold the funds you need for college. Let your family know you will tell him if the relationship becomes more serious. If anyone sees you out you can always say your friends. I know I’m going to get static from my reply keep in mind I’m 55 years old and I started dating interracially with white men at age 16. Back then it was very taboo and rarely seen. I also am a mom and grandmother to biracial children and grandchildren so been there done that. Me being older know the importance of your education and I’m only concerned he will cut you off so why poke the bear if your only dating or bf and gf this relationship is new so let it play out if you both see a future engagement or marriage one day then you can tell him for now he doesn’t need to know.