<p>Chilltown, the increase from 2007 to 2008 was a result of the switch from early decision to scea. That resulted in Stanford accepting a great deal more people in the early round. You will NOT find that type of fluctuation again. Also, you are assuming that all qualified students apply to Stanford. That's not true. The 5% increase in applications is most likely due to Richard Shaw's recruiting efforts in the east coast. It is very probable to assume, if you look at prior precedent and take into account the 5% increase in applicants, that the early admission percentage will decrease this year.</p>
<p>Thanks for shedding some light on the numbers issue. I was wrong there. I still think you are missing my point though; just because the number of applicants went up doesn't decrease a qualified individual's chance at getting accepted.</p>
<p>Just relax! :D</p>