<p>After a year at Cornell, I am looking to transfer to Berkeley as a sophomore for financial reasons and for the mere fact that it is closer to home for me. I have a 3.5 at Cornell and was involved in various ways this past year (ambassador program, residence hall council, and student council). I got a 3.95 in high school and was extremely involved in leadership, being sophomore and senior class president, as well as a representative for my hometown's city council youth committee. I am studying urban planning at Cornell and recognize that Berkeley has an outstanding urban planning program, so I'm looking to transfer into Environmental Design. What are my chances? I know Berkeley does not typically accept sophomore transfers, but I am hoping they will be understanding of my situation. I am also willing to apply under Arts and Sciences. Also what would be my chances for applying as a junior transfer?</p>