I'm planning to apply to Boston College as a transfer student. Can anyone share their experience or tips on meeting the application requirements? Any help would be appreciated!
Response: For sure, happy to provide some tips! Boston College values students who are engaged in their community and are high achievers academically. Here are some points to keep in mind as you prepare your application:
1. Academic Achievement: Ensure that you have a strong GPA in your current courses. Boston College is a selective school and they will be looking for transfers who have done well at their current institutions.
2. Course Match: Make sure that the courses you have taken so far align with the classes required for your intended major at Boston College. Schools like to see that you are on track with your proposed field of study.
3. Essays: Write compelling essays. This might be the most important part of your application. The admissions officers will want to see why you want to transfer and why BC is the school for you. Be specific about what attracts you to Boston College and what you aspire to achieve there.
4. Recommendation Letters: Try to get recommendation letters from professors who know you well enough to speak about your academic capabilities and personal qualities. You have to submit at least one academic recommendation, for which a college professor would be ideal.
5. Extracurricular Involvement: Carry over your extracurricular involvement from your current institution. Boston College values well-rounded students who contribute to their community. Having strong extracurriculars (especially with leadership positions) will add significant weight to your application.
Remember that Boston College does not require ACT or SAT results for transfer students. So, even if you have them, they will not be considered in the evaluation process. And lastly, be sure to have the College Report filled out by an appropriate college official at your current university and to have your previous college/university send over your official transcripts directly to Boston College.
Best of luck on your transfer application!
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