Transfer out of a state University or Community College

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The discussion revolves around the decision-making process for transferring from a state university or community college to a more intellectually rigorous institution. Participants explore the implications of choosing between an out-of-state university and a community college, with a focus on future academic goals, particularly in physics.

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  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire to transfer to a highly regarded institution, mentioning schools like Reed College, HMC, and the University of Chicago.
  • Another participant critiques the initial query as vague, pointing out the lack of specific details about the schools and future plans.
  • A later post clarifies that the state school is ranked below the University of California schools, Michigan, and Maryland, while the community college is noted as one of the best in the country.
  • One participant reveals their long-term goal of obtaining a PhD in physics and aspiring to become a professor.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus, as there are differing opinions on the clarity and relevance of the initial question, and the discussion remains unresolved regarding the best path forward.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks specific details about the schools in question, which may affect the evaluation of options. There are also assumptions regarding the transfer process and the implications of attending a community college versus an out-of-state university.

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Hello everybody!

I have a choice between an out of state university, which costs a lot, and a community college.

Either way I plan to transfer to the "best"(intellectually rigorous) school I can. (I want to be around primarily people who think so I am thinking a college like reed college, HMC, University of Chicago, etc)

What do you guys think.

EDIT : I might be able to apply as a freshman (and only go to a college for three years) if I go the CC route. I could be a non-degree seeking student. Also I am from the US.
 
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I think your question couldn't be more vague. "I have a choice between one unnamed school and another unnamed school, and I am not going to tell you anything about my future plans. Pick one"
 
My bad. The state school is below the UCs, Michigan, and Maryland.
The cc is one of the best in the country.
 
Oh wait and I plan to eventually get a phd in physics and hopefully become a professor.
 

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