<p>I think I read on another thread earlier today that Harvard turned down 3200 students who had 2400 on their SATs? It doesn't have the clout it once did, at least not at that type of school. </p>
<p>1540 averages 770 on each section if by "old test" you mean w/o the writing section. The disparity between that and the GPA is interesting, but without knowing the courseload, or anything about the good friend's kid, I don't think any of us could label it slacking. I mean, perhaps all courses were AP, the student has a learning disability, and worked nights to save money for a grandparents kidney operation? I exaggerate, but I hope you understand my point. </p>
<p>Out of curiosity - why are you wanting validation on a label you've given your good friend's kid? I support my friends' children - I don't label them.</p>