Hey all, I’m currently a Freshman student studying political science at Norwich University (a private military academy in Vermont) looking to transfer to either Boston College for Fall Semester 2017.
-My high school GPA isn’t that great- 2.7 UW and 2.9 W. My parents got a divorce my sophomore year and combined with taking all honors/ AP classes my grades took a dive. I recovered my Junior/ Senior year with all A- / B+ and also graduated through my high schools nursing program with a CNA License.
-I now attend a military academy in Vermont where I will be getting a GPA of 3.8 or higher for my first semester (16 credits), as well as being involved with Model UN, Political Science Club, our school’s Christian Fellowship, and on the Rugby Team. I am also in the honors program and being a military academy, I am a cadet here and follow a Corps lifestyle similar to West Point or any Service Academy.
-I am also an Eagle Scout, I interned for a presidential campaign this past summer, I was a national elected youth officer, was the president of my schools technical competition club, and won a state/ national high school public speaking competition my Junior year.
I understand my GPA was terrible in high school, but compared to my college record, improvements in my Junior/ Senior year, and extracurriculars/ achievements/ awards, do you think I have a shot at BC? I think the biggest asset on my side is being able to keep up with the fast paced schedule as a military cadet alongside a high 16 credit college GPA.
I can provide more information if needed. Thanks!
@CorpsBuddy, I haven’t a clue, but I’m very impressed by your strength of character and resolve. Good Luck
Thank you very much @collegecarla . I understand that (like many high school graduates) I didn’t apply myself enough in secondary school, however I have made bigger strides than some of my peers to try and compensate for my lacking HS GPA through attending a military academy, in addition to various other accomplishments. I can only hope that Boston College sees this as well.
@CorpsBuddy1819 I am not sure either about transfer stats into BC. You have proved yourself worthy of college work and that will go far. I think admissions is more impressed with people who progressively get better. I wish you the best.
My Nephew got accepted there recently. Why are you leaving? Change of focus? Was it not what you envisioned? Just curious what you thought of the school and program. Thanks.
@MassDaD68 I actually really like the school (Norwich) and the environment around it. The school is not for the faint of heart, it is very tough and rigorous both mentally and physically. I would be happy to call Norwich my home for the next three years, the only reason Im looking into BC is the fact it’s closer to home, and it is where I would like to attend law school.
If your nephew is looking into going into the military in any capacity, or is looking to attend a college that is focused more on academics than partying, I highly recommend Norwich.
@CorpsBuddy1819 Law school? Nice. BC Law would be a very nice choice as is BC in general. Thank you for your comments and I will let him know. The best of luck to you my friend.