a transfer issue not widely discussed...

Transfer Students
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<p>Hopefully, I can clearly articulate my question. Here goes...</p>

<p>For sophomores applying for junior year transfer, how important is it that you complete the requirements for the major you plan to apply for? </p>

<p>Ex:
Cornell asks their undergraduates to complete 3 psychology classes before declaring psychology as their major. However, when I apply for admission, I won't have all three psychology classes finished. Carleton is a trimester program and my transcript will only include one third of the total classes I will take my sophomore year. However, by the time I complete my sophomore year, I plan to successfully complete 3 psychology courses (two of these classes would be on my midterm report). In general (for most elite schools), how will this sort of problem affect my chances for admission? </p>

<p>In addition, I've taken a wide variety of classes so having to fulfill distribution requirements wouldn't be an issue for me. I would have enough time to fulfill all of the required courses (at the school I transfer to) for the major upon graduation.</p>

<p>Wow, hopefully that was comprehensible. Can anyone help?</p>

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<p>I think it really depends on the school's degree requirements and major. For example the major that I want to pursue at a particular is not offered at my current school, but it is not stressed to take major courses until junior year so I am fine in that respect. Another thing to consider is how many years you plan to spend at the institution you transfer to? Maybe 2 years and a summer session or even 3 years would work to your advantage. From what I read of some schools they are very good with working with transfer students academic advising of courses and majors because sometimes that was probably a major factor in wanting to transfer. To best answer your question you should contact the head or director of the department and speak to them of your concerns. Good luck!</p>