How important are legacies at top schools?

[livelaughclimb]

<p>My number one choice of school is Stanford - I am reasonably well qualified with my SAT & ACT scores, GPA, courseload, and extracurriculars. However, I have heard a variety of things concerning legacies (my father and my aunt both graduated from Stanford). How much does it really matter?</p>

<p>Thanks :)</p>

[Redroses]

<p>Stanford takes far fewer legacies than most top schools. Consider it a tip if you’re fully qualified. A slightly bigger tip if you’re not from CA.</p>