<p>I'm by no means depending on the fact that my dad attended u penn but what is this thing i'm hearing about ones chances being improved if his/her parents attended the school the person is trying to attend? Is it B.S or is it true.</p>
<p>And does it help to be from some obscure country(im from ghana)</p>
<p>i think that will only significantly help if you apply early as a freshman. but it definitely can't hurt now. it doesn't help you if you are from 'some obscure country' and apply for financial aid.</p>
<p>yes legacy improves your chances</p>
<p>URM, too</p>
<p>how exactly do i incorporate that into my application?</p>
<p>you check the boxes</p>
<p>oh okay....theres actually a box for that.</p>