<p>I just transferred into Belmont University in Nashville, TN. I have 2 years left to graduate and I just moved into my on campus apartment. I'm flipping out a little bit though. Here's my dilemma: I came to Belmont for their Music Business program. After speaking to my roommate, I found out that only about 10% of Belmont's grads can actually get into the music industry. And out of those 10%, it's hard to tell how little of them actually get jobs they like at places they like. For example, I want to get a job at a big record label like Sony/BMG, but my chances are extremely slim. Now, If I don't get a job in the industry, I still have a BA. Here's another problem, If I can't get a job in the music industry, I'm not going to stay in Nashville. I'm going to go back home (near Pittsburgh, PA.) If I do this, I might as well just finish out at my state college near my house that is about 5k a year, as opposed to Belmont's 30k a year. What would you do if you were in my situation? Please help, I'm very confused and unsure of everything right now.</p>
<p>Please, someone help me out.</p>
<p>Let's see--$35,000/yr or $5,000/yr for undergraduate. There are no guarantees for job placement from any college. </p>
<p>Rather than trusting your roommate's information, you should schedule an appointment with your academic advisor and/or dept. head regarding your concerns.</p>
<p>The first thing I would do, like nysmile said, is talk to an advisor or someone in the career planning office. Just keep in mind that the information you're given may be presented to you in the most favorable light. </p>
<p>I certainly wouldn't immediately begin considering another transfer, particularly given that you've already transferred once and doing so again might be difficult (not to mention unattractive to employers). The difference in cost is significant but I assume something attracted you to Belmont in the first place, at least enough to justify your financial choice. </p>
<p>If you're not satisfied with what your advisor tells you or you can't imagine landing a job that will pay off the debt of going to Belmont, than you might not have any other options but to consider transferring, but only as a last resort.</p>
<p>Kids transfer all the time for a variety of reasons. Employers are not interested in how many times a kid transfers from one college to the next, They are more interested in the applicant's academic records, recommendations, interview ability, experience and/or internships.</p>
<p>While transfers are common, multiple transfers are not and the primary reason a student should avoid doing so is because of the complications making such a decision causes. Also keep in mind that getting things important to employers, like internships, recommendations and experience, require a level of networking that is difficult to achieve when you have only spent a year or two at one school before moving someone where else.</p>