Community College advice!

CX3
Sat, 26 May 2007 16:37:18 +0000

First you should determine which universities you wish to attend. This means considering whether you actually WANT to transfer out of your current college. You may end up liking it there. If not, choose the ones which you think will be best for you, rather than the most prestigious. Remember to have some colleges to fall back upon (which you’re likely to be admitted to), not just “reach” schools (ones which very few people are likely to be admitted to). Remember, just because a school’s name is prestigious/recognizable does not mean it will be the best for you, or the best to study your intended major at. Other than that I think if you search this board you can find the advice you’re looking for. You’ll need a near-perfect GPA, 700+ test scores are advisable, and a number of extracurricular activities. You’ll need to find a way to articulate in your transfer essay what about your college you do not like, and what the potential transfer college offers.

But, it would be better to enter college in the Fall with an open mind. Maybe you’ll find that you like it there, so give it a chance.