<p>For very very complicated reasons, my parents are not able to pay for my college education, and do not qualify for financial aid at the moment (debt…taxes…stuff like that). Is it possible to transfer to Emory from community college if my grades are perfect, and my extra curricular/work experience/volunteering is extensive?</p>
<p>I really want to succeed, but I kind of have to make do with what I have at the moment… will my dream of attending emory (at least for two years) not be attainable if I do decide to attend community college for the first two years?</p>
<p>Thank you so much :)</p>
<p>I did actually meet one person who transferred to Emory from a community college in GA. But that’s in GA. It’d probably be harder to do it from out of state.</p>
<p>It is possible to transfer from a community college, though it is more difficult. First, it’s important that you’re high school stats are consistent with Emory. A community college 4.0 and a 900 on the SAT isn’t getting you in (and yes, you still submit this stuff). </p>
<p>Second, know that Emory does not currently accept credit for online/distance learning classes, so avoid them when possible–particularly in areas you might want to major in. Be aware that AP/IB credit will not continue from the community college if it doesn’t meet Emory’s standards (e.g., the community college might grant credit for a 3)–even if it counts toward your degree.</p>
<p>Third, demonstrate interest and discuss your situation with your Emory admissions counselor. Also be aware of the GER requirements at Emory so it’s possible for you to finish.</p>
<p>Forth, have other options. That’s just the nature of admissions.</p>
<p>Hi YP- love your screen name.
Since you are in this financial situation: not qualifying for aid, yet parents not able to pay, you will need significant merit aid to attend college. Your qualifications are very good, so you should apply to as many of them as you think fit you. They are very competitive, but you have a chance. Emory has one- the Emory Scholars program.
Note that all of these are for freshman only, so if you attend a community college and get credit, then you are no longer considered a freshman. Same for gap year credits. Some colleges will defer the merit award for a gap year and some don’t. Also note that many very selective colleges only award need based aid.There may be less selective colleges that would meet your needs.
I don’t want to hijack this thread with further discussion. There is a thread on CC for automatic merit scholarships. There is also a thread where many Jewish parents are discussing a range of colleges, and they may be aware of some colleges that could meet your needs. <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/parents-forum/931514-colleges-jewish-b-student.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/parents-forum/931514-colleges-jewish-b-student.html</a></p>
<p><a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/financial-aid-scholarships/1461983-competitive-full-tuition-full-ride-scholarships.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/financial-aid-scholarships/1461983-competitive-full-tuition-full-ride-scholarships.html</a></p>
<p><a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/financial-aid-scholarships/1348012-automatic-full-tuition-full-ride-scholarships.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/financial-aid-scholarships/1348012-automatic-full-tuition-full-ride-scholarships.html</a></p>
<p>hmm. Do you mean that your parents actually make a lot of money, but much of it must go to paying backtaxes and debt and stuff like that so you won’t qualify for fin. aid. My father was in the same situation, but just had a low gross income so I qualified. I don’t think backtaxes or debt disqualifies you. A high gross income on the other hand, will do you in.</p>