<p>I'm applying to UT for the Fall of 2014 (it will be for my sophomore year), and I'm a biology major right now - I love it. The only problem is that I'm taking College algebra right now, and I'll be taking Pre-Calculus next semester. I was doing some research and I found that it's highly preferred that student have a Calculus I credit when transferring. Is it mandatory to have it? Will it affect my chances of getting in? If so - My second major choice is Psychology at COLA.. do I need it there too? Should I take Calculus over the summer?</p>
<p>@saborak, I just transferred to UT this fall. I applied to CNS as my first choice and got in. I did not have credit for calculus when I applied. It’s not necessary to have credit for calculus when you transfer, but from what I was told it can give you a slight advantage over other transfers if you have the credit. In my opinion I would take calculus during the summer at a community college just to get it out of the way. You do not want to take calc here. It’s a good way to kill your GPA. It’s by far much easier to take it outside of UT if it’s possible for you. </p>
<p>I also had my 2nd choice major as psychology. Psych also requires calculus.</p>
<p>@ThatTransferGirl thank you! I really want to get into CNS. That made my confidence go up a little. Can you give me any advice for what could really help my chances?</p>
<p>@Saborak, you’re welcome! Keeping a high GPA will be your biggest help. GPA can make or break your application as a transfer. You should be able to get in no problem with at least a 3.5. Also having an upward trend in your GPA from each semester can increase your chances. </p>
<p>In my opinion, starting the application essays early can really improve your chances of having solid essays. It’s also helpful to have loads of volunteer hours and possibly having a few past part time jobs. Joining a club or two would help as well. Put anything and everything on your resume for the application including things you have done in high school. </p>
<p>I did not use letters of recommendation in my application, but if you feel that your application is lacking in some area definitely go for it. </p>
<p>Basically, UT wants to see that you are being active in college and doing things inside and outside the classroom. </p>
<p>Best of luck to you!</p>
<p>@ThatTransferGirl Thank you!! I’m sitting at a 3.6 right now, but I’m striving for all A’s so that should go up. I’ve already finished one of my essays and now I’m working on the other two. (I’m a bit excited) I’ve been working in a doctors office for a while so I was going to ask one of them for a letter of rec, because my volunteer hours are slim. I’ve been volunteering at a hospital but I don’t get many hours. Also, I am a part of Phi Thetta Kappa (hopefully they acknowledge that). </p>
<p>Thank you so much for your help!! I really appreciate it! :)</p>