I’m an incoming freshman for Economics in the College of Arts and Letters, but after discovering more business interests my senior year, I figure that I might benefit more from the Mendoza College of Business. How realistic is an internal transfer? Does it differ for certain majors like Finance vs. Strategic Management? Thanks for any help.
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During my tour and talks to the dean of mendoza admissions the transfer rate it very low. Like 5% low. With that said i got differing vibes about what a transfer looks like. I believe that if you can get upwards of a 3.95 with a relatively rigorous course load, ie math and econ (make sure to finish calc 2 and both intro micro and macro seeing that they are required for the transfer) and you should have a decent chance. Really though just accept econ as your major the back door is really being tightened and subbing in a supplemental math major is probably the best move if you can’t pull of the transfer. Also look into getting a masters in Finance in 5 years through their 4 + 1 or an MBA (both are great options if you can’t pull off the transfer. Good luck! Go Irish 
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MBA’s are valuable AFTER a few years of work experience, not in lieu of work experience. Master’s in Finance are low value without hands-on experience- which could be two solid internships, but they’d need to be very targeted in the area of interest which is hard to do as an undergrad. I’d sub out self-studying for the CFA exams and getting certified which is a much cheaper option than a Master’s in Finance. Grad school will still be there after a few years of work experience….
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