Don't give up or put your hopes in one possible timeline. It's often easier to transfer in as a sophomore if you've done well elsewhere. I'd suggest trying for

Don't give up or put your hopes in one possible timeline. It's often easier to transfer in as a sophomore if you've done well elsewhere. I'd suggest trying for somewhere in the same area with the possibility of even taking a class at Olin. Then you'll have a faculty member to support your transfer too. Good luck!!