Transfer with 2.9 GPA

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<p>Hello Everyone,</p>

<p>I am currently a Sophomore at John Jay College with 58 credits completed but 71 credits in total with the classes I am registered to take this semester. I attend John Jay College of Criminal Justice majoring in Forensic Science: Molecular Biology. I have a passion for English and Literature so I would like to transfer to Cornell University College of Arts and Science and major in English. Do I have a chance of getting accepted with my GPA? </p>

<p>A Few Extracurricular Activities:</p>

<p>Tutor in English and writing
Intern at the Writing Center at John Jay College
Volunteer SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Intern at Seventeen Magazine</p>

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<p>I don’t intend to be rude, but what do you think with a 2.9 GPA? What would be the point of being a junior transfer anyways, can you not get a degree in English at John Jay?</p>

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<p>I’m not sure if there’s a common data set specifically for transfers, but that is far far below the average GPA for incoming freshmen.</p>

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<p>Cornell Transfer Application Policy:</p>

<p>Strong academic record at the college level. In general, competitive applicants have at least a 3.0 (B) average. Note: Applied Economics and Management and Biological Sciences require a minimum GPA of 3.5.</p>

<p>I would probably say your chances are next to nil.</p>