<p>Do the types of classes I take during my first semester of college affect the chances I have of being able to transfer, say from Skidmore to Brandeis? Would Brandeis look for a variety of classes during the first semester? Is taking no math or science courses any worse than taking some during the first semester?</p>
<p>Yes! They matter. Here are a few of the ways:
1.) As with freshman admissions, the strength of your schedule will be a factor in evaluating your application. No basketweaving ;).
2.) Depending on your intended major, some schools will not admit you for transfer if you haven’t completed the coursework they expect of their own freshmen. For example, Engineering majors need to have completed the required math/chem/physics classes in their two freshmen semesters.
3.) Strong recs from one or two professors are a key element in your transfer app. If you can possibly take classes small enough or of a style where you can know/be known by your professor, that will help you immensely.</p>
<p>So, the answer to your question about math/science courses depends on your planned major. If you give us more info on your plans, wh</p>