Maths vs Physics scores on the transfer exam

Colleges and Universities A-Z California Institute of Technology
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<p>Hi</p>

<p>I am thinking that I MIGHT attempt to transfer to Caltech. However, some question. I am a CS/Maths double major and the amount of physics I have so far stops at around basic electromagnetism. That is, I haven't learned about inductance, magnetic fields, Faraday's law, AC and DC circuits, and special relativity, because they aren't required at my school for my degree in CS/Maths.</p>

<p>So, my question is, would the admission office be forgiving if I only score mediocre on the physics portion based on my background, provided that I do really well on the maths part?</p>

<p>I am just trying to decide whether or not I should add Caltech to my list of potential colleges to transfer as I heard that the exam is probably the most important factor of admission above anything else.</p>

<p>please help</p>

<p>cheers</p>

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<p>you can always try</p>

<p>we learn about all that stuff in freshman year though >_<</p>

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<p>Like fizix2 said–you can try, it doesnt cost you anything (well, $70 for the application). Besides, you have a year to cover those subjects…</p>