The SAT is basically institutionalized racism. I think this has been well studied, from its origins until today. If you have the means and money you can get tutored test prep and do significantly better than you would otherwise.
Next on this list will be scholarships and admissions for elite sports. Rowing and gymnastics all favor the wealthy.
Next on this list will be scholarships and admissions for elite sports. Rowing and gymnastics all favor the wealthy.
https://www.insidehighered.com/admissions/views/2020/08/17/h...
Maybe we need randomized admissions when kids qualify above a threshold...