Transferring to Barnard College: Waitlist Chances?

I'm curious about how the waitlist works for transfer students at Barnard College. If I end up on the list, what are my chances of getting in later, and do they usually accept many from the waitlist?

Transfer admissions can be a bit of a wild card in terms of predicting outcomes, as they vary greatly depending on how many students decide to leave the college and create room for incoming transfers. Therefore, it's difficult to give precise chances for being accepted as a transfer student from the waitlist at Barnard College, or any college for that matter.

Given that Barnard College is highly selective, the number of students accepted from the waitlist generally might be relatively small, whether they're first-year or transfer applicants. Remember that the main factor in this situation is not the number of students who apply, but the number of available spots for new students.

Waitlist positions can be influenced by a number of different variables: how many accepted students decide not to attend (yield rate), the number of transfer students the school is able to accommodate, the balance of different majors and disciplines, amongst other aspects.

All this being said, being on the waitlist is not the end of the line. Some tips to optimize your chances include staying engaged with the admissions office, writing a 'letter of continued interest', and making sure they're updated with any new achievements or significant changes in your application since you applied.

Examples of this could include new grades, awards, completed projects, or anything else significant that gives further proof of why you would be a great fit for Barnard. Following up in a sincere and non-intrusive way shows your strong and continued interest in their institution.

Remember that every year may be different as the number of students who choose to attend Barnard changes yearly, as do the college's needs for specific majors, interests, or other demographic considerations. It's always good to have a back-up plan and consider other institutions where you would also be happy and successful, should the transfer fail to materialize.