I'm considering transferring to Baruch College at CUNY. Could someone guide me through the transfer process? I'm especially interested in any prerequisites or additional requirements I should be aware of.
The transfer process for Baruch College at CUNY involves several key steps. Here's a general overview:
1. Confirm Your Eligibility: To apply as a transfer to Baruch College, you need to have earned 24-70 credits at your current institution and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (for business majors, the minimum GPA is 3.5). Please note that Baruch only admits transfers in the fall semester unless you are applying to the Marxe School of Public and International Affairs, which also accepts spring transfers.
2. File Your Application: You'll need to apply through the CUNY application portal. Make sure to indicate Baruch College as your first-choice school, especially if you're interested in Business or Communications majors since they're competitive programs and primarily admit students who rank Baruch as their first choice.
3. Submit Academic Records: You’ll need to send your official high school and college transcripts. If you've attended more than one college, you should send transcripts from all the institutions.
4. Additional Requirements: Some specific programs may require additional documents or prerequisites. If you're interested in a Business major, you'll need to complete pre-business courses in Calculus and/or Micro/Macroeconomics before transferring, with at least a B- or higher. For Business or Communications majors, an essay is required as well.
5. Review Deadlines: The transfer application deadline for the Fall semester is usually in February.
After submission, you also want to monitor your email for communication from the school about the status of your application or if additional material is needed. Keep in mind, completion of these steps does not guarantee admission. Each application is reviewed holistically and in the context of the applicant pool.
Once accepted, you'll need to attend a mandatory orientation. Also, Baruch’s academic advisement office will evaluate your transcripts to determine how many of your previously earned credits are transferable to meet requirements at Baruch.
Remember, the transfer process can be detailed, so it's essential to stay organized and proactive. Good luck!
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