<p>I am trying to transfer into Emory fall of 2010. I'll be 22 this november, and I spent nearly 3 years off after high school working. Unfortunately my highschool record is horrid, and i'm banking on getting in by the strength of my collegiate record. Wondering if i should retake any test?? ACT, SAT?? I have nearly no exc's due to working 40+ still and taking a full load. </p>
<p>H.S GPA: 2.4, moved numerous times, attended 5 different high schools. Pretty good essay topic, didn't take it very seriously</p>
<p>College GPA: 3.8 History major 32 credits so far, will be applying with that amount in Jan. </p>
<p>Do i have a shot?? also which other schools should i target, that would be in my range to be accepted.</p>
<p>Being an african american male will certainly help you.</p>
<p>Get an ACT and an SAT book from the library that has a full test comprised of real test questions. Take a practice test under timed conditions and see which one you do better on. The ACT may be better for you because you don’t have any SAT IIs. Then, you should study to improve your score. </p>
<p>Is financial aid a concern? </p>
<p>Some schools won’t ask for your high school record if you will enter with a full two years of college credit. </p>
<p>Without knowing standardized test score, financial need, and geographical preference it’s hard to guess your chances and suggest some schools.</p>
<p>Again, your reason for wanting to transfer and your essays will make a big, big difference. Your college GPA clearly demonstrates your ability to work hard (congrats, a great GPA), but you also need to show how your experiences will contribute to the university’s student body, diversity, etc. You need to discuss how you will take advantage of the opportunities offered to you.</p>
<p>College_ruled is partially right. The ACT is a great test, and if you study you may do very well. My only thought is that the SAT/ACT is used to predict college performance, and you’ve already shown you can do well. It won’t hurt for you to take it and send scores if you do well, but you might want to call the colleges you are going to apply to and ask about it.</p>
<p>Definitely focus on the break between HS and college, your work, and your evolution as a person. Your experiences can largely work in your favor if you present them right.</p>
<p>My ACT was a 26 it was taken in winter of 05 though my senior year without any prep what so ever. I literally signed up , barely making the deadline, woke up in December, and took the test. Im sure I would do considerably better now since i’m much more focused. As far as geographically i’d love to stay in the south, Emory is the highest tier school I’m aiming for. I plan to attend law school, and I need to give my self the best chance to get the best GPA at the best place possible. With that being said, I think emory is a great fit, plus they have a incredible history program. </p>
<p>My financial situation is, I’ve been taking care of my parents for 3 years after highschool. My father has been disabled from construction work, and my mother has a terminal illness (cancer). That’s my reason for working so much and primarily putting off college. Fortunately relatives have stepped up to contribute recently so that I can fully pursue my college career without any further interference. This is why I want to transfer. Also I have no choice but to transfer because I attend a two year college . EFC is 0 to answer the question. I am a member of Phi Theta Kappa also.</p>