<p>I'm a student at UNC Charlotte and currently have a 3.8 GPA with my first semester. I'm hoping for a 3.9 cumulative GPA at the end of freshman year. I didn't do so well in high school (mediocre I'd say a 3.5-3.8 GPA) and I was wondering if I could transfer to either USC or NYU or hopefully Columbia if high school transcripts don't count alot. Also I went on Collegeboard and noticed that Berkeley does not require a high school transcript from transfer students just a personal essay/statement. Also planning on getting involved more in college.</p>
<p>if youre applying for sophomore standing then HS stats matter a lot
for junior standing, not so much</p>
<p>thanks yeah I was thinking about junior transfer</p>
<p>you think those schools are attainable with a good college GPA for a junior transfer?</p>
<p>Depends on which colleges within the schools.
USC I think would be a reasonable/semi reach ( simply because it is a public uni)
Berkeley is a reach because they accept less than 50 transfers from out of state.
It really depends on which school for NYU. Stern is a reach. CAS may be a reasonable. CGS would be a reasonable.
Columbia is a reach.
Also, simply a good GPA will not cut it. ECs+ recs need to be very strong as well.</p>
<p>Yes, but they will still look at SATs, which you don't mention. When looking at the Berkeley stats, realize that the vast majority are in state, community college transfers who get huge preference. Applying OOS is a whole different ballgame.</p>
<p>Right, that is why I said it was a reach.
On a side note: is it a waste of time to apply to berkeley from out of state? I was considering it, but I feel like I do not have enough information to make a decision just yet.</p>
<p>To the OP: at UVA, they consider the HS transcript and the 1st semester of college work 50/50. Seems a little strange to me, but like you, my HS stats weren't as good as my college ones, so it works for me! NYU CAS seems reasonable, maybe not stern, but stern is a crapshoot to get into. USC and Marshall are the same thing. Not so sure about Berkeley OOS or Columbia, those schools are redonk to transfer into.</p>
<p>ccTransfer, if you think you've got the stats, go for it, but keep in mind that Berkeley is a reach for just about anyone OOS.</p>
<p>USC and NYU are great private schools, but why not UNC Chapel Hill? saves you alot of money and you got a top 30 overall/top 4 public school sitting on your doorstep, but if money isnt a problem then go for USC and NYU keep up the grades you should have a good chance (3.8+ GPA keep it going)</p>
<p>The UCs are talking about taking more OOS students because the system desperately needs the money.</p>
<p>soo yeah Chapel Hill is looking good now haha</p>
<p>if you have more than 30 units by the end of freshman year then USC looks more at your college grades and you do not have to submit sat scores either</p>
<p>I know Columbia still looks at your high school grades (about 50-50 with college)
I have no idea about NYU</p>
<p>Jocelyne626, in regards to Columbia: do they do that for all transfers or just sopohmores?</p>
<p>from the FAQ on their website:
How heavily do my high school record and standardized test scores weigh in the decision-making process?</p>
<p>Due to the timing of the transfer process, we are generally unable to consider grades earned in the second semester of the year of application; thus, high school grades, rigor of program and standardized test scores are all important in the evaluation of transfer credentials, especially for students applying for sophomore standing.</p>
<p>Oh ok, thanks!</p>