<p>I’m from NYC and I’m looking at Depaul University in Chicago. Is it necessary that I visit the school before I apply? I know I probably should get a look at the campus beforehand, but I’d rather spend the $25 application fee than +$300 on plane tickets for two people. I’ve also heard that some schools actually keep track of applicants that visit their school, make phone calls, etc.</p>
<p>Another question: My GPA is low to what they’re looking for. My freshman year I tanked but my sophmore year I improved immensely. The summer after my sophmore year I became very ill and was experiencing a lot of stomach/digestion problems. I went back to school regardless and it turned out to be the wrong choice. I could not focus on my studies at all because I was so anxious about the whole situation. My grades dropped the first semester and then I went on a leave of absence the next semester. I couldn’t bear it for another second.</p>
<p>Now I’m sure a medical condition like that would be excuseable, but the thing is my stomach is supposedly functioning OK. I am experiencing certain symptoms which led my doctor to believe it was soemthing, up until I saw a gastrointestinal doctor. He did a couple of tests on me and regardless of the symptoms, he said I was fine. When I told my original doctor he changed his diagnosis and agreed agreed with the doctor that it was nothing.</p>
<p>So, even if it wasn’t exactly identified as anything but it was clear I was experiencing some symptoms, which I am on medication for, can it still be a legitimate medical excuse? How would I communicate this to the college I’m planning on transferring? The online transfer application asks for a couple of things: A description of your eduction goals, and an explanation for your decision to continue your education as well as accomplishments you’re most proud of. Should I include my story in either of those sections?</p>