Transferring from Evergreen mid-semester?

I'm currently at Evergreen but it's not working out the way I had hoped. Is it possible to transfer mid-semester to another college? How would that affect my credits and GPA?

Transferring mid-semester is generally a bit unusual and can potentially be complicated. Most colleges and universities have set application deadlines for the fall and spring semesters, and these usually don't align with the possibility of a mid-semester move. If a school does allow for mid-semester transfers, it will usually be listed on the school's website, or you could reach out directly to the admissions office to ask.

However, one possibility might be to look at colleges that have rolling admissions, where the school continues to accept students until all spots are filled. Community colleges also often have more flexible admissions policies, so they might be a possibility depending on what you're looking for.

In terms of credits and GPA, when you transfer, most schools will evaluate your credits on a course-by-course basis to determine what will transfer. Each institution has its own criteria for this, so it's extremely important to review transfer policies and potentially speak with a transfer advisor. It's possible not all of your credits will transfer, and it might depend when in the semester you leave Evergreen.

Your GPA typically does not transfer with you. Your new school will generally start you with a 0.0 GPA, and only grades you earn at that institution will factor in. However, your GPA from Evergreen will often still be considered in the admissions process.

Remember that withdrawing mid-semester can have implications, such as being responsible for tuition, impacting your financial aid, or receiving W's on your transcript. If you're considering this path, a conversation with both academic and financial advisors at Evergreen would be beneficial to fully understand the implications.

Remember that not every situation will fit every student, so I'd also recommend reaching out to professionals in your prospective schools' admissions offices for more specific advice aligned with your unique situation.