<p>I know that this may be a logical conclusion, but is there a significant admissions advantage by applying to a top-tier university as a transfer from another top-tier university? Assuming that my GPA is 3.5+ and I’m involved in a few extracurriculars (with some leadership), would I have a sizeable advantage over a similar applicant transferring from a decent state school or a community college? I will attend WashU next year, but I got waitlisted from my dream school (Notre Dame). I’m also going to take a variety of courses that will transfer to ND and other schools such as USC and Northwestern. Please don’t criticize me for having the “wrong mindset”, because I really am excited to attend WashU, I just want to keep my options open. Thanks in advance!</p>
<p>Notre Dame is relatively easy to transfer to given its 40% acceptance rate. You should have no trouble getting in. </p>
<p>Good luck.</p>