<p>Hello! This is my first time starting a thread here and honestly I was pretty intimidated by some of the replies people have here. But I've slightly gotten over that. Slightly.</p>
<p>I've read up on many transfer posts/threads regarding my college and the college I want to transfer to. Though, I haven't read much on specific majors. I'm currently going to be a biology major going through a pre-med track as well as a double major in English from a tier 3 school (won't name any names). I've been thinking of transferring as a sophomore to NYU. Before I hear any complaints of loving NYU solely for the city, it isn't that. I've genuinely considered the opportunities NYU could provide me as both a pre-med student and an English major in terms of locations and possibilities within the city as well as being independent. I also have several friends at the school as a science majors that have told me despite the challenges and difficulties, it's overall a good school. Finance isn't also a major issue. </p>
<p>I was rejected RD, which I have a feeling has to do with my SATs but nonetheless I'm very adamant about transferring. My GPA for HS was a 4.5 (W) and a 3.7 (UW) with a 1880 SATs, ranked 24 out of 244, top 5%, lots of ECS, volunteer work at hospitals/rehab centers, paid tutoring, and a good essay. </p>
<p>Hypothetically, if I were to maintain a college GPA of 3.7+, have good recommendations and ECs, would it be difficult to transfer as a pre-med student? I'm asking as I've read that as a sophomore transfer, high school records still hold some weight but I don't believe my HS stats were terrible. </p>
<p>Thanks in advance!</p>
<p>*24 out of 422, not 244</p>
<p>I think NYU would be a great place for you! Also, I’ve heard that going there as an undergrad will help your chances at getting into their medical school. Also, being in New York gives you a million opportunities to shadow or intern under someone whose profession is one which you are interested in.</p>
<p>There are advantages and disadvantages to transferring as a sophomore and junior.</p>
<p>Sophomore transfers get chosen based on their high school and college stats; however, the sophomore transfer rate is still relatively low compared to the junior transfer rate. I would suggest getting involved at the college you plan on going to. You want NYU to accept you because of what makes you different from all the other applicants. 400+ hours of volunteering is great, but doesn’t “everyone” have that? Do something outside the ordinary and show them what you’re capable of!</p>
<p>I think those in the Pre-Med section will be of more help, but most colleges will be fine if you take Intro Chemistry at your other college. With that being said, med school admissions typically want to see students take Organic Chemistry and other upper level science classes at the 4 year university. This shows that you’ve actually learned the material and can apply it. Just remember that there are other factors that come into play when you’re applying for med school!</p>
<p>Another tip, you have to think about your Plan B (That is, if you don’t get into NYU). Will you stay at your current college or transfer somewhere else? It’s just something to keep in mind.</p>
<p>Best of luck!</p>
<p>Think about re-taking the SAT’s.</p>
<p>I agree with safetosay. Did you get over 30 on the ACT? You might want to use that instead or retake the SAT.</p>