Transferring at these schools?

TransferStalker
Sat, 17 Jun 2017 23:45:53 +0000

I’m going to assuming based on your CC coursework that you’re a Computer Science major.

Keeping in mind what @Dontskipthemoose and @TomSrOfBoston have told you, @welchie98 , at this stage, you should remove some, if not all, of the four first schools on your list, and apply BROADLY. Your list of schools is far too small, and very top-heavy.

I do not want you to take this post the wrong way, however, one should always view their situation pragmatically.

First off, CS (and every other mathematics-based major) is a very, very competitive major, and coupled with your several academic missteps with your core classes (mathematics, etc.), your current GPA (which will most likely not reach a 3.6-3.7. You would have to get a 4.0 your second year, which requires a massive shift in your time, and study habits in order to achieve.), and your SAT score (which usually doesn’t hold much weight, but in your case, it is definitely not in your favor), your chances at the CS programs at those four schools is very, very slim.

So, what do I recommend?

I would immediately tell you to get rid of most, if not, all of your top four schools, as I stated above (you can perhaps keep Cornell). Then, broaden your school list. Check schools’ average transfer GPA, and average acceptance rate, to get a feel for what the school expects in a transfer applicant. You should shoot for at least 7-10 schools total. After that, of course, focus on your studies. If you can, perhaps even retake the SAT (which should not be your highest priority, but maybe you can get a higher score).

After you’re ready to apply to apply as a transfer, come back, with your updated stats, if you’d like to get chanced.

Anyway, if you have any more questions, feel free to contact me.