The SATs may not be fully fair, but they are definitely more fair than any other means of judging college applicants. Extracurriculars can make a very mediocre

The SATs may not be fully fair, but they are definitely more fair than any other means of judging college applicants. Extracurriculars can make a very mediocre student look amazing, and if you pour enough money into sports, student organizations, community organizing, arts, etc, eventually one of them might pan out as sounding impressive. Middle class and poor kids won't have opportunities like that, while rich people can keep spending until their child seems unique and interesting.