<p>I was accepted to GWU for Fall 2012 and didn't end up going because of family issues.</p>
<p>I'm applying again and hoping I get in again considering I did get in before and I have a lot more EC's and such. However I will be a sophomore when I transfer in.</p>
<p>I'm a little worried about the whole friend making because of this conception of the freshman bonding and the friends you make freshman year you stick with them, dorm with them through all four years, and etc. And I'll be a year older than everyone else in the sophomore class. So if anyone can shed light on this, it'll be a big help as well.</p>
<p>But, I wanted to know what would be the best dorm for a sophomore transfer? I'm really into JKBO and Munson - the rooftop decks are a big plus as well.
Out of all the sophomore dorms, which is considered sort of the social/party dorm? I'd like to meet as many people and make as many friends as possible not just in my classes and EC's but also dorm wise.</p>
<p>And what about being placed on the Vern? I know a lot of transfers end up there.</p>
<p>You and I are basically in the same boat. I’m planning on transferring into sophmore year at GW. However, I did not get in as a freshman. I really should have appealed my rejection because I had the grades/test scores etc but I got straight A’s first semester at a good college so I should get in this time. </p>
<p>I have similar concerns about making friends and stuff. But my ex bf goes to GW and when I visited a few months ago, I met a few transfer students who said the transition was fairly easy. From what I know, rushing a sorority is a good way to make friends. </p>
<p>In terms of dorms, I think it changes from year to year. I read an article in the school newspaper that transfer students were placed in Lafayette Hall on Foggy Bottom because there was an influx of complaints form transfer students about being on Mt Vernon. According to my ex, this is not a place you want to be.</p>
<p>Oh wow, yeah I applied last year as a transfer as well and got in so I’m hoping I get in this time around as well. I spoke to the admissions associate director and he said I’ll have a better chance as well considering I was admitted before. </p>
<p>Yeah we basically have the same concerns. Where in New York are you transferring from? What school? </p>
<p>Jeez, I really don’t want to be on the Vern!</p>
<p>Have you seen any transfer groups on fb or such for GW?</p>
<p>Hi!!!
I’m a freshman at GW right now.
Don’t worry you will not be forced to be on the vern. They used to put transfers on the vern, but they got a lot of grief for that so they don’t anymore. I am like 80% sure you will be put in Mitchell Hall which is on the south end of campus and is mostly singles.</p>
<p>Most people don’t keep their friends from freshmen year. People change, find themselves… whatever… and end up making other friends. Friendships are mostly out of convenience. You’ll usually end up friends with whoever lives near you that year.</p>
<p>JBKO and Munson are both fine.</p>
<p>I wouldn’t worry so much about “making as many friends as possible.” Seriously, pick a few people you like to hang out with and don’t go overboard. It’s not that big of a deal. You can always meet new people as needed when friends move, graduate, or you’re tired of them. Partying and going out, charity events, etc. also let you meet people.</p>
<p>Better yet, branch into the city and meet some more mature people too – ■■■■■■■■■■.</p>
<p>You will be fine. There are lots of nice kids at GW, you just need to find them. If you have a good core group of friends, that’s all that matters. Also having older and mature friends is A LOT better. They are more open and interesting. My older friends at GW were the nicest and coolest people. You can meet them in classes or social events. GW is a bit a cliquish. I’m not gonna lie. Kids usually stick to their Freshman friends because its easiest. But there are LOTS of opportunities to network and build a career in DC. If you want have a traditional social college experience, then perhaps GW is not for you. Maybe look at Duke or USC for that. However if you love GW, then go! Join a sorority! Like GWGrad said, branching out into the city is a GREAT way to meet people. Join ■■■■■■■■■■. :)</p>
<p>I noticed (at least in my class) that people stuck to their Freshman friends. It’s normal and typical, especially at an open campus. GW has been working hard to ensure that transfer students have a great social experience at GW. I admire their efforts and it’s tough transferring to a school that is kinda known for having an “unfriendly” environment.</p>
<p>mitchell is transfer housing this year so you’ll most likely end up there.
But JBKO and munson are great, as is amsterdam if you’re in honors or engineering.</p>
<p>Thanks to everyone who replied! Lol I’m scared of being in Mitchell now! Don’t want to be alone!</p>
<p>gwgrad & Hellobaby - I feel that for me it’s more of a bigger concern than most people b/c I am an only child and I’ve moved around ALOT. I went to four different high school’s, lots of different elementary schools. About 10-13 schools in total. And so along the way I’ve always lost friends. I’ve never actually had a problem making friends though. But I feel that there are so many people, like me, and because I’m transferring, that oh freshman is when you make your core group and you stick with them and they become your lifelong friends, etc and most people arent too open after, and you live with them all of your time there, etc. So that stuff really makes me insecure. But I’m definitely thinking about joining a sorority. I think what’s making it worse for me is that I’ll be a year older than everybody in my class. I’ll be graduating a year late b/c of the number of my credits.</p>
<p>i’m about 70% sure they have started putting the transfers in lafayette as of this academic year. it’s pretty decent, renovated just last year. fairly nice and i think it has those ID tap scanners instead of regular keys on the doors. great location at the heart of campus too. however, it did used to be a freshman dorm and, therefore, might be bit smaller than the regular sophomore dorms and lacks a kitchen.
the rooftop decks on munson and jbko are closed for the duration of the construction of the science hall, so you won’t have access to those until like 2015. munson, if you are allowed to live there, was renovated last summer, so it’s a bit nicer than jbko. however, they are expanding the triples into quads (housing crunch caused by the construction of “super dorm” i would assume), so it might be a bit more cramped (same might be happening to jbko, not sure). none of the sophomore dorms have a “sociable” reputation that i’m aware, at least not like thurston. though you might find the sense of inclusiveness you’re looking for on the vern, i would probably still avoid it at all costs.</p>