<p>I have just completed my first year at University of Michigan and I ended up with a 3.91/4.0 GPA (I have taken mostly math/physics classes there). Also I am currently a declared honors math (basically theoretical math) major at UMich. My mom recently suggested that I should try to transfer to MIT. How does the transfer process work? What do I gain or lose from transferring? How competitive is the application process? </p>
<p>I should mention that I did not do well in high school, my only notable accomplishment is qualifying for USAMO three times.</p>
<p>The application process is extremely competitive, roughly 3-4%–more competitive than regular admissions. Be sure you have a good reason to want to transfer to MIT.</p>
<p>Transfer process: You can apply to transfer in for spring sophomore or fall junior (you missed the deadline for fall sophomore) Check this link for details: <a href=“http://web.mit.edu/admissions/transfer/apply.html[/url]”>http://web.mit.edu/admissions/transfer/apply.html</a></p>
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<p>Haha, that’s a very impressive “only notable accomplishment.”</p>
<p>I dont know how college transfers works, but if the application process is similar to the high school -> freshman application process, as in that they look for grades, awards, ECs, personalities…, then I recommend the Putnam Competition. Seeing that you did very well in high school with math competitions, the Putnam Competition is the #1 math competition in college. If you do well, it might enhance your chances.</p>
<p>I definitely agree with HiPeople, also maintaining the best possible GPA next year won’t hurt either =)</p>