| Well ethnicity is considered a factor (ever so slightly is this anti-affirmative action stage) so it is worth mentioning along with Socio-Economic Status, and whether or not the student is a first generation college students. I think the case of you being a "non traditional" (age-wise) student coupled with success outside and really not "needing" school per se is an intriguing story and if you can get that across in your essays as to why you are passionate about school and learning and maintain that 4.0 GPA you would be a very welcome addition to many campuses. That being said, transfer admits are very very small in number at some of these major institutions, so I would actually expand upon your options. Are you willing to leave the east coast? I think any school in the country would find your story intriguing as you are obviously driven. I would apply to as many high level places as you can. And yes where you go does matter. NYU is a great choice (albeit an expensive one) as is Smith for moving on to a grad program. But obviously there are many options in this regard. In your situation I would expand the pool of schools but I would need to know more about your mobility. |