<p>Have I got a question for you! I graduated from UIUC with a B.S. in Natural Resources in 2008 and am now pursuing my M.S. at LSU in wetland hydrology. I am planning on applying to undergraduate colleges for a second B.S. in environmental/civil engineering. I've already heard enough on the "is it dumb getting a second B.S.?" front. My question is, what are my chances of getting admitted as a transfer student into their civil engineering program, which from what I've gathered is somewhat difficult to transfer into?</p>
<p>My GPA by the time I graduate will be no higher than a 3.57 (it's 3.45 right now; I got a C my first semester in a heavily weighted class and it's been a big pain trying to bring my GPA up from a 2.75) and my GPA from UIUC as an undergrad was 3.55. I have completed my Calc requirements for sophomore admission (I and II, got an A and a B) and am planning on taking the engineering physics equivalent at LSU next semester. I am extensively studying hydaulics and hydrology right now and am working in close contact with several engineers, so my experience is... good, I would think.</p>
<p>That said, I am aware at the prestige of UIUC's engineering program and know that competition is stiff. I am also considering UIC and IIT, both in Chicago, but would love to attend UIUC again... just love that campus.</p>
<p>For what it's worth, I'm female. Any advice on how to bolster my chances of getting admitted, any tips, anything would be greatly appreciated!</p>
<p>Thanks. :)</p>