<p>So here's the deal. I'm currently a freshman at Vassar College. So far, I haven't really liked it. I don't enjoy my classes and haven't made any friends. I feel isolated onto the campus and wish I could get out more just to go see a movie. Also, there are far more girly-girls here than I expected. This just isn't me, I had all guy friends in high school. The upperclassmen seem okay, but I feel as though my class belongs on the O.C. or something...(at least, maybe, my hallway) This may have something to do with the fact that my class is 50-50 gender ratio, this was in order to make up for the 70-30 girl-guy ratio of the class before us (normally the ratio is 60-40) Anyone have any thoughts on how they think this could affect the balance of a class? </p>
<p>So, I'm thinking of transferring. I figure I might as well apply and see what my options are in case things STILL aren't going well at the end of the year.</p>
<p>My high school stats were alright: 3.8 UW up until last semster senior year (went drastically down to a 3.3 or so) Not sure what my overall cumulative ended up being.
ACT score: 33
EC's: 3 years theatre (8 or so shows)
3 years piano
2 years flag corps (captain)
2 years science club (secretary)
2 years art club (secretary)</p>
<p>College grades: Not sure, but it's prolly gonna be more 3 B's and an A or maybe 2 A's and 2 B's</p>
<p>Career goals: I want to be a working actress in Film or theatre (especially theatre)
However, I do not want a BFA program, I want a BA program in drama with the ability to maybe take voice and dance lessons on the side.
I also want to be a writer on the side, but I don't care if I earn money at it or not, I just love it anyway, which is part of the reason I want a BA program, I think it will help me be a better writer.</p>
<p>Other stuff: I'm one of those students who wouldn't mind a B-average in college if I don't have to be a grind. Not sure if I want to attend grad school or not. </p>
<p>Any suggestions for schools or chances for the schools below?
I'm shy, a bit of a tomboy, feel comfortable with guys as long as there are not other girly-girls around, and love to read and write. I guess I'm a bit artsy, and like to wear black some days when I feel the need to. I'd like an open-minded college with a good drama program and a bit of an artsy feel.</p>
<p>Now, I know what you're thinking...you're thinking "doesn't she have all this at Vassar?" Maybe, but I'm just not seeing it. For some reason, there are a lot of good-looking frat-type guys in my class. Too many giggly girls. Where are the open-minded artsy people? People put way too much emphasis on how one dresses here. Also, I don't mind rich kids, but I'd like a campus not so predominate in them (Vassar isn't really, so that's not a reason I dislike it) I feel like I stand out here, and I don't understand it. Where have all the hippies gone? They've been replaced by hipsters. I never expected to feel weird at Vassar.</p>
<p>Here's where I want to apply to transfer:
Barnard:Anyone have any info on the performing arts programs here? I've only been to the city once, but I adored it. It was amazing, and I felt happier there than I've felt all semester. Also, if I'm in the city, I can get out more to just go see a movie. Also, the all-girls thing interests me, anyone know the type fo girls that go there? Also, I've heard that lack of boys isn't a problem, because there are boys from Columbia in classes. This college is at the top pf my list. How similar is it to Vassar? How different in terms of culture, etc. I applied here as a freshman, but withdrew my application after being accepted ED to Vassar.
Columbia: Kind of just want to see if I can get in. I think I might need a more nurturing environment though.
Northwestern: near Chicago, great theatre program with senior showcase, however, don't like that it's on quarters :-( but, but oh well.</p>
<p>Any other suggestions? I want to transfer to a school comparable or better than Vassar in terms of academics. Also, does being a URM count for anything in transfer admissions? And, does applying from a comparable institution increase my chances for admissions at all?</p>