Joining SDSU's Honors College as a Transfer

I'm considering transferring to SDSU and aiming for their Honors College. What are the requirements to get into the Honors College at SDSU as a transfer student? Any advice on making my application stand out?

To join the Weber Honors College at San Diego State University (SDSU) as a transfer student, there are a few steps you need to take.

First, you must be admitted to SDSU as a transfer student. The college assesses several factors to understand your high school performance, especially the final two years, and the grades you received in the required college preparatory 'a-g' courses.

Next, you will have to submit an additional application to the Weber Honors College itself. Remember that you can only apply to the Honors College after acceptance to SDSU.

The application to the Weber Honors College requires you to write two short essays, up to 500 words each. The prompts will inquire about your interest in becoming an Honors student, your commitment to joining a diverse community of learners, your views on leadership and service, your willingness to take on academic challenges, and how you intend to contribute to the Honors College.

There is no strict GPA requirement for transfer students mentioned on the Honors College's website, but they do note that most of their admitted students tend to fall within the top 15% of admitted students to SDSU.

Now, let's talk about how to make your application stand out:

The most important part of your application is your essays. The Honors College wants to see a deep and thoughtful response, demonstrating critical thinking. Make sure that your essay is clear, concise, and purposeful. Don't just recount your experiences or achievements; link them to your future goals, interests, and potential contributions to the Honors College.

Transfer students can also stand out by demonstrating an understanding of the rigors of academic life. If you've successfully coped with demanding classes at your previous institution, don't hesitate to illustrate that in your application.

Engagement in meaningful extracurricular activities is also a plus. Whether you were part of clubs, volunteered for a social cause, worked part-time, or had an internship, you can highlight how these experiences have helped you grow personally and respresnt emphasizing on how these could enrich the SDSU Honors College community.

Don’t forget to double-check your application before submitting it. A well-structured, error-free application reflects your seriousness and commitment towards becoming a part of the SDSU Honors College. Good luck!