<p>for those of you who already attend bates or who might have some inside scoop, is it helpful to have an alumni relation if it is a great aunt/great uncle? also, i had a terrific interview and apparently those are highly recommended, but in the grand scheme of things, how much will it really impact the decision?</p>
<p>The interview is definitely a biggie at Bates, moreso than at a lot of similar colleges. It's a pretty significant piece of their decision, so it's great that yours went well! I'm sure the legacy will help, too.</p>