<p>One thing I believe what Stanford is trying to do is to make students happy for the next four years. Stanford never claimed they are one of the HYPS, it is the public perception. If you think that Stanford is not a place for you, find the one that best suits you. There are 28000 people try to get in. You will make them very happy. If you want to know the quality of the students, look at the just released Putnam contest results, see how many Stanford students are on the winner’s list. If you get in, you should feel very fortunate, and I am very sorry for those who don’t have a chance.</p>