<p>That is the exact legacy situation that I had. It definitely counts. Yeah, I got in, but I know that it really counted because my very experienced college counselor told me, the staff at the Sweeten Alumni House told me, I got the special on-campus interview in the Alumni House that is only offered to legacies, etc. My dad insists that it counted less, but who knows. Definitely apply early if you want a little boost, however big.</p>