Ruined chances of transfering (freshman)

Transfer Students
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<p>So I am a freshman at a CSU, with around 29 community college credits, with a community college GPA of 3.8. I am currently in my first quarter of college, and I am doing pretty good in 3/4 classes I am taking, but my Pre-Calculus class is killing me, and I'm afraid I will fail or get a D. </p>

<p>I always think about dropping out because i am really unhappy with my college life, my classes (except one..), and the college itself. I don't really know what I want to do with my life either, and I was hoping that I'd find out but i'm at a lost... and thinking that transferring out is one of the two options I have. However, my math class, which is pretty basic because i think pre-cal is a transfer requirement for most schools is really ****ing up my chances of doing this. Is it even possible to transfer out if I fail one of my classes, the first quarter of college? my major is business, which doesn't help either, but im thinking of applying to some liberal arts schools, or really, any private school that will accept me.</p>

<p>If there is even a chance, what schools do you advice i apply for, that aren't too tough to transfer into (pref. west coast)?</p>

<p>Any input would be very appreciative</p>

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<p>It’s only a requirement for certain programs! Drop it ASAP or step it up and get a B at least. The semester is young! Your grades are so important for transferring, so don’t let a D happen if you’re looking at competitive schools.</p>

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<p>Most undergrad business colleges that are top ranked require calculus(not pre-calc) as a transfer prerequisite. This includes schools like UC Berkely, usc, santa clara, usd, UW, etc. on the west coast. If you are serious about transferring up to a competitive undergrad business program on the west coast, you will need calculus completed with a decent grad so I’d advise you seek out help either through your professor or the on campus tutoring center/math lab.</p>

<p>Another option is to simply try transferring into the college of arts & sciences at most schools and then declare business major later, but some business colleges look down upon this and prefer you transfer directly in.</p>