<p>Since my S is not in the uberscore category, I can definitely agree that SAT is as random as it gets to predicting success in college! 
And it is sad that 50 points could prevent someone from qualifying for a scholarship or in my S’s case perhaps a higher scholarship award but I guess they have to cut it SOMEWHERE. </p>
<p>I see your point on the Ivies…I’m just not sure what you mean about money being spread among those who show financial need because THAT is the area that I feel is most unfair. You’ll still get people hiding assets and capitalizing on an imperfect system as well as people living frugally and saving for years who are then ultimately penalized because they can pay for their kid’s college. Nothing fair about that.</p>