How stringent are requirements?

Transfer Students
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<p>For example... for admission into Stern as a Transfer it states on the website...</p>

<p>"Applicants for transfer admission should have completed (or be in the process of completing) the following courses in order to receive serious consideration for admission: microeconomics, calculus, expository writing, and introductory accounting (a combination of managerial accounting and financial accounting totaling at least 6 semester hours)."</p>

<p>Sometimes the language just seems vague... in this case Stern uses "should." Does this mean it is not possible to get into the program without these requirements or that it is just recommended?</p>

<p>The reason I ask, at my current institution it has not been possible for me to take Managerial accounting. I will have Financial accounting completed and all the other requirements but not Managerial. I could, hypothetically take it during the summer before entering Stern, but how would I communicate that?</p>

<p>My question is... how strict is NYU and other schools with their supposed requirements? Are these guidelines and recommendations, or is it a situation where applications get thrown to the trash if they aren't completed.</p>

<p>Thanks</p>

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<p>I don't think they would get thrown in the trash.
But it might be a significant hindrance. How much so I can't quantify of course...</p>

<p>I'm in a similar situation as I'm applying to an engineering program. Their reqs are 1 semester programming, 2 semesters calculus, 1 semester physics with calc, 1 semester chemistry.</p>

<p>I have all that but no chemistry and 2 semesters of programming...</p>

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<p>If your school doesn't offer certain courses, don't sweat it. If they accept you, they might require you to take the course, especially if you're an entering junior. Try writing a letter explaining your situation and that you would be willing to take it over the summer. Or call the admissions office and just ask what you should do.</p>

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<p>I called NYU about this EXACT question and yes they do stress it. If you have similar classes and ace them all don't worry, but if not you should explain why in order to be given a chance even.</p>