<p>Other than my GPA, I am wondering what would increase my chances of admission as a transfer. What do colleges usually consider while looking at prospective transfer students? I am on a debate team at my school, but other than that I don't really have any ECs. Should I join some ASAP so I can list them? (I know, probably a stupid question/idea). Also, I have 1 definite letter of recommendation, and it is a good one, however it is not from a professor. Should I definitely have a letter from a prof? and how many letters would be sufficient total?</p>
<p>Ami-gi</p>
<p>Honestly, you should be participating in EC’s that you GENUINELY are interested in, instead of merely joining them for the sake of joining them. Colleges see through that easily. I would DEFINITELY have a recommendation from a professor no matter what, otherwise, having a recommendation from say a previous employer or other EC says absolutely nothing about your academic standing, which is what matters most. However, I don’t see any problem with sending a professors rec in addition to the rec you already have, unless your specific college choices only require one. You have to look up your specific choices in order to see how many recs are necessary, but it seems that 2 is a safe-bet. Hope this helps.</p>
<p>How would a college see through that easily…</p>
<p>If he volunteered at a hospital for 10 hours a week and genuinely hated the entire experience, how would a college know that?</p>
<p>Oh wait, nvm…</p>
<p>Yea if you join late, a college will know…</p>
<p>EX:</p>
<p>You apply in March–but just recently joined some club in January—that is transparent…</p>
<p>NYUjosh is right about that…</p>
<p>When do you intend on applying?</p>
<p>Well I want to apply soon – if it is a good time… See, i would like to know when would be the best time to apply since the college websites don’t specificy… instead, they only say rolling admissions. Thanks for the feedback, btw.</p>
<p>NYUJosh is so right on this. College admissions reps are trained to spot Bull$h!t from a mile away. They will know in a second you’re just spinning the wheels in a lazy attempt to get accepted.</p>
<p>For transfers, it is pretty much GPA and letters from your professors that count.</p>
<p>Depending on when you are intending to transfer, try to get some EC’s that are more oriented towards your major. Getting involved in the community is great stuff, joining an honor society, clubs that are affiliated to your culture or major, and etc. Also, I believe that 2 recommendations should suit you well.</p>
<p>Aside from grades, simple…MONEY. Donate a library or a new wing to the college you’re applying to. I’m pretty sure that would boost your chances.</p>
<p>What if you are an athlete? My daughter wants to transfer from her DI school to a DII school. She would be an asset to their team. Does this help in the transfer process?</p>