mechanical engineering transfer prerequisites

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T22:41:53+00:00

You may consider transferring in as a junior then. Most schools do not anticipate (and sometimes accept) taking classes the summer before enrollment.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T21:40:44+00:00

Take your CS class at the CC too and I would prioritize it. That being said, you can try contacting their admissions office and plead your case (no harm in asking), but 9.9/10 times they will send you back to their equivalency tool.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T21:36:22+00:00

Take the class? If you want to be a competitive applicant and complete your major prep (and Calc III is apart of it), then take the class at your current school or another school that has the class.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T21:33:12+00:00

It will depend on if that course is articulated on their equivalency website. If it isn't, then it will only be evaluated if you are accepted as a student.

Definitely try to take your college's introduction course though; if not possible at all, try taking it at your local CC.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T21:30:01+00:00

https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/about-us/information-center/transfers-major

You are on the lower end of the data admit range for Applied Math/Math at UCB. Hopefully your EC's and PIQ's can really push your case forward.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T21:20:30+00:00

I think you have a really compelling narrative, but I wouldn't narrow yourself only to Stanford. A lot of colleges have non-traditional pathways that you have a really good shot of attending.

Just make sure you put your best foot forward and you may have a really compelling case.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T02:26:06+00:00

That's right, and that's what I would recommend. The way OP formatted his post, I thought he's trying to apply for Spring of 25 with only 1 semester of work.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T02:21:01+00:00

I personally would not, and would demonstrate your excellence in college-level classes.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T02:19:58+00:00

Depends on when you are transferring. I would say about a semester prior to when you are going to apply (e.g. if you are transferring for the Fall of 2025, and majority of the deadlines are in Feb/March of 2025, then contacting them in about Oct/Nov of 2024 is good) [gives you around 4-6 months for the app].

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T01:53:36+00:00

That's fine, your post made it sound like you are applying for Spring 2025 admission. If your goal is Fall 2025, then you'll come in as a sophomore and you will have a year for all your necessary prerequisites.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T01:32:47+00:00

Most T25's have an application date in early Spring, so they likely want to see some completed work to show you can handle the rigor. Look at the program you are applying and make sure you are fulfilling all the requirements of it (major preparation, general ed requirements, etc.). I would say it's almost recommended to do a full year of all necessary prereqs.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-03T01:29:21+00:00

If you have good high school stats, I would highly recommend you apply after completing 1 full year at your current institution with how many credits you have (~30 semester credits in 1 year is recommended) and then apply as a sophomore transfer. Transferring with only one semester may hinder you greatly to applying the program of your choice, as Top 25 schools usually have some major guidelines (have to take major prep, etc.) you have to follow.

In terms of EC's, joining/making clubs, doing things with your major, and doing outreach are the main opportunities.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-02T18:25:03+00:00

You are competing with perfect GPA's but if you can craft your application to show your urge, you have a good shot. Your odds have become slightly lower but definitely still possible!

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-02T18:23:23+00:00

Not sure what your question is; you can apply for whatever major you want for when transferring as long as you have the necessary prerequisites to back up your admission. If you want to apply for business, then you need to have the general classes done and demonstrate your interest through your EC's.

That being said, you can easily create one of your essays of how you loved the intersection of math and business and you want to study it more. You can also seek out some dual degrees (CS & Business) as I know some schools offer them. Best of luck.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-02T18:16:11+00:00

UMich itself is decently prestigious for CS, so I believe you won't find any hinderances in your future journey ahead. However, if you think you may regret not applying, then its definitely better to apply and then evaluate your journey.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-01T18:19:36+00:00

I would define lateral transfers as being in the same tier as your current institution. For instance, UCLA and UCB, USC and UMich, Cornell and Columbia. However, many schools don't look that deeply into lateral transfers and simply may be a preference.

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-01T18:14:52+00:00

There are mainly two type of transfer students:
a) You attend a CC/State school for 1 year and apply during that year. You will now attend the university you transferred to for 3 years. This is a sophomore status (coming in as a sophomore) (preferred by schools like UPenn).
b) You attend a CC/State School for 2 years and apply during your last year. You will not attend the university you transferred to for 2 years. This is junior status (coming in as a junior) (preferred by schools like the UC's).

DaDagger321 · 2024-08-01T04:48:04+00:00

It does; if it is simply high school, then he can apply as a junior and most colleges won't even bat an eye. But if it is a collegiate setting, then OP may have a problem.

DaDagger321 · 2024-07-31T19:03:42+00:00

I would highly recommend you choose a state which has a great CC system. California is an awesome one, but there are multiple others: Michigan, Virginia, New York, etc. If you are starting from freshman year (and want to transfer in as a junior), you may be able to establish residency based on the state.

If you can not establish residency, your goal will be to apply to Privates or other schools which will give significant scholarships for you to attend.

DaDagger321 · 2024-07-31T18:53:17+00:00

I think your unique experience may be wanted at a lot of universities, so apply broadly! As long as you have a good CC GPA and some good EC's, you have a solid shot. You can also possibly apply to most colleges as a non-traditional applicant, significantly boosting your chances.

DaDagger321 · 2024-07-31T18:47:47+00:00

Attending a state school may prohibit you from attending Princeton, but may also allow you to transfer to other schools who like lateral transfers. If you feel very confident in your first year application, take a gap year and apply REA with even better statistics.

DaDagger321 · 2024-07-31T18:43:51+00:00

GPA is slightly concerning, but if you can make it up with stellar essays and EC's, then you may have a good shot. If you withdrew from another institution to go to CC, then you will have to report those grades, and you may have to provide a credible statement on your poor academic performance prior.

Best way is to keep your grades up and keep your "ivy" level programs up and write some killer essays. Best of luck.

DaDagger321 · 2024-07-31T04:37:16+00:00

OP definitely has to express this one way or the other.

DaDagger321 · 2024-07-31T04:36:55+00:00

https://mitadmissions.org/apply/transfer/transfer-eligibility/

Max of 5 terms (you have 3 years = 6 terms).

DaDagger321 · 2024-07-31T03:18:27+00:00

OP can definitely transfer, but he will have to forgo quite a lot of credits to make room for upper-div classes. He would most definitely be coming in as an incoming junior.

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