<p>Ive noticed a great number of people on here want to transfer because they dont like the atmosphere, or dont like the social aspect of their college
however, would this be a good thing to put in your essays? even for a top 25 or 50 school?</p>
<p>I wouldn't say social reasons for the sake of social reasons (aka going out to parties, drinking, ect), but possibly social reasons for the sake of environment / studying</p>
<p>Social reasons, in the sense of atmosphere/lacking peers with the type of academic focus you seek...., are good reasons. It's all in how you cast it. Social reasons in the sense of "I haven't found friends/it's no fun here...." - I'm sure you know that wouldn't make a good application - even if those factors do play into your situation.</p>
<p>Agreeing with Cvjn & jmmom:</p>
<p>You need to explain how these "social reasons" are hurting your academic abilities to flourish.</p>
<p>I'm dealing with the same problems in my essay as well. I want to say that the kids at my college aren't that intelligent and don't really value doing well in school, but I want to say it with out sounding elitist and snobby. Any suggestions?</p>
<p>say their views on education aren't the same as yours. Don't go right out and be like, yeah I don't drink and they do... so mmmm yeah</p>
<p>but more like... you want to achieve something above and beyond what you believe your college can offer, ect ect</p>
<p>maybe you ought to change your phrasing... I would talk about how your current school just doesn't provide the right learning environment, or community, for you. It doesn't sound elitist and snobbish when you emphasize that you want to learn in a setting where you can be inspired by a community with similar goals and work ethic. good luck!!</p>
<p>and state what that leanring enivorment that you need is...dont just say "my school doesnt have it, but ____ school does, which i why i want to transfer"...use examples and specific ideals</p>