NYU Stern Transfer

Transfer Students
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<p>Hi guys,
im currently a high school senior. i applied and got accepted to fordham, nyu poly, baruch, and pace. I got rejected from NYU CAS and Columbia</p>

<p>so im basically trying to transfer into NYU Stern or Columbia (but mainly Stern) soph year of college.</p>

<p>questions:
which college out of the four i got accepted to would be the best in your opinion to achieve this goal?</p>

<p>also, should i retake my SATs? i did horrid on them due to extreme laziness, so i was planning on taking them this october to put on my transfer application. </p>

<p>and we can only apply to one transfer within NYU right? i really wanna go to NYU and stern mainly, but i know its a lot harder than CAS so i was wondering if i could apply to both, although thats probably a dumb question.</p>

<p>thanks!</p>

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<p>This is a loaded question. I’ll attempt to answer all parts.</p>

<p>Seeing as this is your first post, I am assuming you do not know much about transferring. Nothing wrong with that. I would suggest you take a look at the links I have posted below to gain a better understanding about the transfer process. I will just generalize but if you read the information contained in the threaded links, you will see why.</p>

<p>The first thing you need to know is transferring as a Sophomore is harder than a Junior depending on your HS record. The two schools you mentioned (NYU Stern and Columbia) are very selective and thus if you applied as a Sophomore your HS record would still hold weight in the decision process. Generally, transferring as a Junior gives you more of an advantage because you have completed 3 semesters of college credit as opposed to only one. Once again see the links for a more detailed explanation of Sophomore vs Junior transfers. </p>

<p>The two schools you listed are highly selective. There are no numbers on Stern transfers but it has been speculated the admit rate hovers around 12-15%, potentially even lower. Columbia’s transfer rate is somewhere around 6%, lower than the Freshman admit rate. This defeats the whole notion that is is easier to transfer. In addition, these schools will hold your standardized scores and HS GPA, etc to have some weight. NYU waives the SAT requirement if you have accumulated over a year’s worth of credit (generally around 28-32 credits). Columbia will still require you send the scores.</p>

<p>In addition, for Stern you will be expected to have completed certain prerequisites. Transferring is not an easy process. Essays will need to be written and they are more specific than Freshman. These essays require you to explain why you want to transfer and how school X can meet those needs. You need to research the school, departments, etc and formulate substantive reasons for transferring. This does not include well Stern is in NYC.</p>

<p>It’s a tough process. Like I said I would suggest to take a look at the links and make sure you really want to transfer. Those are some great schools and if I were you I would give them a chance. Going in with the mentality that you want to transfer will only hinder your experience. Go with an open mind and then decide.</p>

<p>The links are below. I apologize for the grammatical errors. It’s been a long day and I don’t feel like looking back. Sorry. And if you have any other questions make sure you come back. Good luck.</p>

<p><a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/transfer-students/988533-resources-transfers-start-here.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/transfer-students/988533-resources-transfers-start-here.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

<p><a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/transfer-students/390861-transfer-admissions-101-a.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/transfer-students/390861-transfer-admissions-101-a.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

<p>[Transfer</a> Applicants](<a href=“How to Apply”>How to Apply)</p>

<p>[Transfer</a> Admission | Columbia University Office of Undergraduate Admissions](<a href=“http://www.studentaffairs.columbia.edu/admissions/applications/transfer.php]Transfer”>http://www.studentaffairs.columbia.edu/admissions/applications/transfer.php)</p>

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<p>sorry about that, ill just lower it to this question for more responses:
Hi guys,
im currently a high school senior. i applied and got accepted to fordham, nyu poly, baruch, and pace. I got rejected from NYU CAS and Columbia</p>

<p>so im basically trying to transfer into NYU Stern or Columbia (but mainly Stern) soph year of college.</p>

<p>questions:
which college out of the four i got accepted to would be the best in your opinion to achieve this goal?</p>

<p>and thank you mitch for the fast and detailed response! im currently looking through the links.</p>

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<p>No worries. I just wanted you to understand the process. We’re all here to help out. As for your new question, that still is a bit difficult.</p>

<p>I would say pick the school in which offers you the easiest ability to pick the courses you need in order to transfer. I still would advise you to go in with the mentality to enjoy the time at your current school.</p>

<p>Baruch and Fordham have a good reputation for business. I am not sure about the others.</p>

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<p>thanks. i mean, i plan on enjoying my time at the school im entering for freshman year, whichever that one is. but its sort of always been a dream of mine to go to NYU, so i just really wanna accomplish that dream. </p>

<p>yeah i was leaning towards baruch or fordham. however, at fordham i will be at the lincoln center campus, not the business school part, but they still offer economics and math and courses id be taking at the business school in the rose hill campus, so im not sure which school to pick. </p>

<p>would it be easier to get into NYU stern from NYU poly considering their both NYU? Or does the fact that theres really no courses at poly that involve business (besides business technology) make fordham and baruch better candidates?</p>

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<p>I’d go with Baruch.</p>

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<p>yeah i was leaning towards baruch too since itd be all business courses. </p>

<p>the other options would be fordham at lincoln center (not the business school)</p>

<p>and polytechnic institute of NYU (only business related major is business tech)</p>

<p>other opinions?</p>