Will applying now hurt my chances later

<p>I would like to apply as a transfer to some of the more prestigious universities this year but I believe I will have a better chance next year.</p>

<p>Will applying now hurt my chances later. Please Explain.</p>

<p>i think it will… just incase you get rejected, you will have to write that in your app next year…
moreover, transfer admissions are tougher than freshman admissions…</p>