<p>I am currently an out of state freshman student at University of Missouri in Columbia. The main reason that I am here is because my mom went here and because I was awarded a few scholarships that made it a bit cheaper than most of the schools I really wanted to go to. I dropped all of my other applications and went here without a second thought. I think I underestimated myself.
When I first came here, I didn't know what I wanted to do with my life, but after a few months I have figured out that I want to be an English major and become a teacher.
I have also figured out that this school is not right for me. For one thing, the classes just aren't challenging enough. I went to a private school for highschool and there the classes were much more challenging. I have decided that I need to be in an environment that is more intellectually stimulating, more liberal, and more diverse.
I am thinking about these schools: Eugene Lang or Barnard
My GPA so far is about 3.7.
I will have 30 credits by the end of the semester.
Does anyone know how easy it is to transfer as a sophomore to either of these schools? Also, since I am in these big lecture classes I don't know any of my professors very well. Is it okay to send highschool teacher reccommendations?<br>
Any help would be VERY appreciated, I am kind of in a tough spot right now.
Thank you !</p>
<p>You definitely need at least one college recommendation. I think Barnard even requires a letter from your advisor or dean, if I remember correctly. Try to start establishing some relationships now.</p>
<p>Im kinda in the same position. I went to this school im at now becuase my parents just about made me come here mostly becuase of money. I really feel like the classes in high school were harder and when I try to talk to my parents about transfering they get mad at me. But im still going to transfer because these are my college years and I should get to decide where I want to spend them, not my parents.</p>
<p>If you're trying to transfer for fall of next year, they may accept recommendations from your high school teachers. The best course of action would be to ask the colleges directly, as different schools have different policies. If you're want to transfer after anything more than a full year, it will probably reflect poorly upon you if you couldn't find a professor to write a recommendation. I was lucky enough to have a prof who liked my work and coincidentally volunteered regularly at the same place as I did over this past semester, so I was able to have her write recommendations for me. I was lucky, since I go to a very large school and have had numerous large lectures as well (I go to Iowa State). If you're not participating in any activities that bring you closer to your profs, you should make a concerted effort to get to know a few over your next semester.</p>
<p>If you can keep your GPA solidly in the A range and are involved in some extracurriculars, I think you'll have a good shot at both Eugene Lang and Barnard.</p>
<p>Primefactor mentioned that you'd probably need a recommendation from the dean. In my experience, there was only a form that was mainly intended to make sure that you were in good academic standing and had not been the subject of disciplinary action. While they may ask more personal questions about you, I think they will understand that you go to a large university and wil not likely have had much personal contact with the dean. Hell, I got accepted to Colby without having seen the dean in my life. It shouldn't be a problem.</p>
<p>Sorry that had to be huge, but I hope I answered your questions.</p>
<p>Yes, my high school counselor told me that in most cases, especially at a large public university, you won't ever see the Dean and it's only a form to say that you are doing fine academically and haven't gotten into any trouble. Heck, they said even the Registrar or anybody with official access to your records could do it.</p>
<p>Having transfered to Barnard, I know they require a full letter with the same standards as a teacher evaluation from your dean or advisor. So if you don't know either of them now, I'd start paying visits to your advisor. And you also need at least one from a college professor.</p>