Kinesiology transfer to Occidental College information?

I'm studying kinesiology and considering transferring to Occidental College. What should I know about transferring into this program? Are there any course prerequisites or specific application details I need to focus on?

It's fantastic that you're considering transferring to Occidental College for Kinesiology! While Occidental College does not provide specific prerequisites for the Kinesiology program, I can provide you with some general advice on preparing for a transfer.

First, check Occidental College's overall transfer requirements. Generally, successful transfer applicants have usually will have completed at least one full year of coursework at the college level, which is about 32 semester units or 48 quarter units.

It is beneficial if you've fulfilled your current institution's general education requirements or if you have taken courses comparable to Occidental's core requirements. However, having these completed is not a requirement for admission.

Also, students typically need a GPA of around 3.0 or higher to be considered for transfer admission, but Occidental College does not have a strict GPA cutoff, and admissions officers consider your application holistically.

Specific to Kinesiology, the major requires courses in a variety of sub-disciplines including anatomy, exercise physiology, and biomechanics, to name a few. It might be beneficial to have taken similar courses in your current institution to show your preparedness for the major, and to ensure a smooth transition in terms of credits.

For your application, the college requires an application form, college report, a professor evaluation, and official college and high school transcripts. You might also want to develop your essays around your interest in Kinesiology and describe how you've explored this interest so far.

Do keep in mind that Occidental College welcomes transfer students to file applications for both the Fall and Spring semesters. For the Fall semester, the application deadline is April 1 and for the Spring semester, it's November 1.

Lastly, it's always a good idea to connect personally with the admissions office or an academic advisor at Occidental College. They can provide you with the most accurate information about the process of transferring into the Kinesiology program.

Best of luck with your application and potential transfer to Occidental College!