Just got back from visiting my student working in New Haven over the summer. Apparently discussions are going on about transferring to the two residential colleges in 2017, some are definitely going to apply, some are definitely not, and many more are not sure. Very curious if you heard anything from your student, and your thoughts on this topic in general.
Admissions Officer told me they will be looking for upperclassmen who are enthusiastic about creating the new culture and traditions of the new colleges. They don’t want it becoming a self-selected group of science majors and/or hockey players.