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Easiest Ivy League for transfer students?

This might seem like a long shot, but does anyone know which Ivy League school might be the easiest to transfer into? I've heard that some are more open to transfers than others, so I'd appreciate any insight on this!

a year ago

While it's important to acknowledge that transferring into any Ivy League school is generally highly competitive, just like their first-year admissions, some institutions may have a slightly higher acceptance rate for transfer students than others. However, keep in mind that "easiest" can be subjective, as it greatly depends on your academic background, extracurriculars, and overall fit with the school. That said, here's some insight on Ivy League transfer acceptance rates based on available data:

- Cornell University tends to have a higher transfer acceptance rate among the Ivies, with a recent rate around 17%.

- The University of Pennsylvania also seems relatively more transfer-friendly, with an acceptance rate hovering around 11%.

- Columbia University and Brown University have transfer acceptance rates in the 8-10% range, making them somewhat more accessible as well.

Dartmouth College, Yale University, Princeton University, and Harvard University often have lower transfer acceptance rates, typically below 5%. However, these rates can vary from year to year based on the applicant pool and the number of available spots.

In conclusion, while Cornell and UPenn may have slightly higher transfer acceptance rates, it's important to research each school thoroughly and choose the one that best fits your academic and personal goals, as that's a better way of maximizing you chances of acceptance than just going off the overall numbers. It's also wise to not limit yourself to the Ivy League in terms of potential transfer options, since there are many fantastic non-Ivy institutions with strong programs and an inclusive transfer community.

Good luck with your transfer applications!

a year ago

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