<p>W&M accepts about 50% of the transfers who apply. If you apply as a sophomore, we’ll look closely at your first-semester courses and grades from college, your estimated mid-semester grades from your second semester and your high school record. Given that you’ll have completed only one semester of college prior to applying, we’ll focus more on your high school record than someone who applies to transfer as a junior.</p>
<p>We advise prospective transfers to take a good mix of liberal arts courses (some math, some science, some English, some social science, etc) and to strive for a 3.5 GPA or higher. We also consider extracurricular activities, and an essay.</p>
<p>You may want to consider attending a Prospective Transfer Event this fall to learn more about transferring.</p>