I would ask what the deal is. The school could have increased size. It could have decided to go from a junior year in up school to allowing some freshmen in some programs. It could have decided to specialize in rare programs Junior and senior year and encouraged their sophomores to go elsewhere if not interested in those specific programs. Or just have very limited fare for those after their first years.
It is wise to be aware of issues schools may have, and I urge all to research schools on their lists for flags. But some issues may be to some students’ advantages. It can be an admissions bargain at that level of name recognition, it can provide great aid, offer more directed attention, etc. For a risk.