UGA 400 transfer prompt

iam trying to apply rte bacholer at uga , currently at CC Gsu its my second year so here it is I was thinking to talk more about me then I was thinking I should talk why I want to apply so the prompt is In 400 words or less, please tell us why you are interested in applying to UGA in the major/program you have selected. Please include how the academic coursework you have completed to date has prepared you for the major/program you have selected on this application and how it will help you reach your academic goals. *

I am applying to the University of Georgia to pursue a degree in Accounting because I have discovered, through both coursework and professional experience, that financial analysis and accounting align most closely with my strengths and long-term goals. UGA’s Terry College of Business offers the academic depth, professional preparation, and recruiting opportunities that will allow me to build a strong foundation for a career in accounting.

My path to this decision was shaped by exploration rather than assumption. While cultural expectations initially pushed me toward traditional STEM fields, my interest gradually shifted as I gained real exposure to business and finance. During a gap year, I worked full-time as a Supply Lead Administrator, where I processed invoices, monitored budget compliance, and coordinated with finance teams on inventory reconciliation and month-end close processes. Engaging daily with financial records, budgeting, and operational controls made me realize that I was most motivated by understanding how financial systems support decision-making and organizational efficiency.

At Georgia State Perimeter College, my academic coursework has reinforced this direction. Classes such as Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, and Statistics strengthened my understanding of financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, and data analysis. Through Excel-based assignments and quantitative problem-solving, I learned how to analyze financial information accurately and apply accounting principles to real scenarios. Maintaining a 3.79 GPA and earning Dean’s List recognition multiple times has demonstrated my ability to succeed in rigorous coursework. These courses have prepared me for the rigor of upper-division accounting study and confirmed my interest in pursuing the field professionally.

I am particularly drawn to UGA’s Terry College of Business because of the J.M. Tull School of Accounting’s strong reputation, high CPA exam pass rates, and robust recruitment by Big 4 firms and major corporations. Terry’s focus on experiential learning, internship opportunities, and proximity to Atlanta’s business hub provides the environment I am seeking to grow both academically and professionally. I value a program that balances technical mastery with real-world application, and Terry offers that balance.

My academic goal is to earn an accounting degree that prepares me for CPA licensure and a career in corporate or public accounting. Transferring to the University of Georgia represents the next step in committing fully to a field I have chosen with clarity, experience, and purpose.