<p>I really would appreciate any advice on what I should do in the coming months while applying to transfer.</p>
<p>I'm currently a sophomore at William & Mary, in-state student. GPA is a 3.5 with many extra-curriculars. I have been pretty unhappy since I started school here. I was originally picking between w&m and another top college to study music, but decided on William & Mary for a liberal arts degree. Since being here, I have found that I do want to study music business or something in arts administration. I sing in an a cappella group and a chamber choir at w&m which both frustrate me in ability because I have been so involved and challenged musically since a very early age. In my under grad career I want to be able to perform in some great ensembles, and to have a stronger music program that will make me excited about what I'm learning. As of right now, I am interested in Northeastern University. It's said to be very "up and coming" and the idea of completing undergrad in the heart of Boston thrills me. I also love the idea of the co-op program, because a career in the music business industry requires connections through interning, which may be a way Northeastern can help me? My family supports me transferring, but they don't want me to go somewhere with a lower "name" than that of w&m. Another concern is the price of Northeastern, but I would assume they are good about grant money and transfer scholarships? Please let me know of any opinions or questions.</p>
<p>Also considering:
NYU
Vanderbilt
..other ideas?</p>
<p>Given your reasons for transferring, I think you’re right that another school may be a better fit for what you are describing. You shouldn’t spend your years somewhere where you are not happy or doesn’t offer what you are looking to study. Colonial Williamsburg isn’t exactly music haven.</p>
<p>I don’t have any particular suggestions, although I am personally a fan of Northeastern’s co-op program, however I wouldn’t limit yourself just based on the “name” or reputation of a school. Just because a school has a better overall reputation, doesn’t mean it will have the better program you are looking for that may lead to better connections after graduation. For instance, while William and Mary is very well known in the south, another school in the northeast may serve you just as well if you intend to pursue the music business (which may be difficult to crack into)</p>
<p>I would also recommend calling the admissions office of the schools you are interested in directly to see if they offer you transfer scholarships or grants. I wouldn’t leave that up to chance until after you are accepted. Most schools offer more grants and scholarships for first year students than transfer students, so I’d be cautious of that.</p>
<p>During your remaining time at W&M, have you considered getting involved in AMP or The Front Porch Society? Both work towards getting music groups on campus, and AMP in particular, is given a significant funds and responsibility to do so. Having experience organizing one of those events could be a valuable experience if you are interested in music business. If there’s any chance of you at all staying at W&M, you could consider designing your own major, combining the music and business fields, but I imagine that has its own limitations.</p>
<p>Good luck with your search and hope you are able to enjoy the rest of your time at W&M</p>