<p>I'm seriously considering transferring into Smith either next year or the year after (as a sophomore or a junior). I applied and was accepted to Smith as a freshman--it was my first choice, but I ended up being unable to attend for financial reasons. (It would have been possible, with loans, but my parents were unwilling to pay their piece of Smith's tuition when I had been accepted at other good schools with more scholarship/fin. aid money). However, I've been talking to them and they say they may be willing to reconsider this, since I am very unhappy at my current school.</p>
<p>What I'm wondering, is, first off, are you likely to be accepted as a transfer having been accepted as a freshman (assuming your college record is good, which it is)? and then, do transfers generally fit easily into the Smith community? are they as involved as other students in various activities, or is it difficult to find a place to "belong" coming in as a sophomore or junior? if anyone is or knows a transfer student and has any insight, it would be really appreciated!</p>