Hi, I realize I probably know the answer to my questions but I could use some perspective.
I currently attend a traditional T-20 on about an 80% scholarship. I finished the first semester with a 3.8x and a couple of awards (CALI and other non-class awards). My issue is that I hate it here. I don't think I have ever been this depressed, lonely, and isolated. I hoped Spring would be better. It was not. I have no idea how I did on finals this semester, but I think I got an A+ in one class (potential CALI) and around median in the other ones. If I had to guess, I'll get around a 3.4-3.6 this semester. I genuinely struggled to attend class, study, or do anything to prep for finals. I can't take 2 more years of this.
My biggest question: is it realistic to transfer? I already have BL lined up for both summers. I don't really think I want to clerk. I don't really care about prestige, so I am okay with lateralling to another T-20, or if possible, going to a higher ranked school. I also have friends (and a support network) at other schools that I am thinking of applying to. If I were to go to a peer school, is it at all possible to negotiate some scholarship? Are my grades even good enough to get me into a peer school?
I understand that it probably won't work out and that I'll be stuck here for two more years. But, I'm just trying to see my options.