<p>I have fine grades both in high school and in college ( 3.7 in high school with all APs and 3.3 in college). I currently attend a small liberal arts college and receive incredible amount of fin. aid ( I pay about 2,000 out of 52,000+ total cost) I really dont like the school that I am currently attending, but im worried about transferring because I dont think I could afford to pay anymore (my mother does work and my father is out of the picture). I was thinking about more small liberal arts colleges like wesleyan, vassar and possibly even barnard. Does anyone know anything about their fin aid packages for transfer students would it be possible for me to get the same or similar fin aid?</p>
<p>You need to call each of those schools and find out what their policies are for transfer students. Many schools that are meet full need do not do so for transfer students.</p>
<p>What you have to do is find out whether these schools are need-blind for transfers. Wesleyan isn’t—I don’t know what their financial aid is like. I believe that Amherst is. Look at what kind of scholarships the school offers—are they all for first-year students?</p>
<p>You can call around and ask, but honestly I think your best bet is to stay put and find a way to make it work where you are. Wanting to enjoy more the school you’re in is fine, but when you have tremendous financial need that is being met, the more important thing would be to prioritize what you’re doing there and focus on that. It’s about the education. It’s about the degree. Some people have the resources to find the perfect fit and pay for it too. Others of us do not.</p>
<p>I agree. Stay put. Chances are that trying to transfer will be a lot of work and distraction toward a goal that is unlikely (getting enough aid). </p>
<p>I would advise finding a way to challenge yourself more at your current institution. A tutor position, add a minor or a concentration (related OR unrelated to your major), spend some of your restless energy looking into grad school and/or studying for the GREs. Look for an internship. Or just get involved in a new club or activity. These 2 - 4 years will fly by fast–and you will have a degree for almost nil in costs!</p>