<p>I think the problem is the common notion that 2400 is a free pass to top colleges. This is not true. 50% of the applicants with 2400s get rejected from HYPSMC. Yes, it is true that 2400 on the SAT can bring your chances up in college app significantly. But does it mean a free pass? No. College app is partially a crap shoot. You just have to have some luck.</p>