Chances?

[kweston]

Hey, I just graduated from a small liberal arts university and I'm wondering what my chances are on acceptance into an MA program. I've got a 4.0, graduated in my school's honors program, was a TA, have recommendation letters from the theology and literature department chairs, and have research experience with the theology faculty. My biggest problem is that I transferred from a school where, due to personal issues in my life at the time, I got really bad grades. Will this affect my chances? I'm interested in studying systematic theology. My aspiration is a PhD and career in academia. I'd like to apply to Yale Divinity School, Harvard Divinity School, Princeton Theological Seminary, Duke Divinity School, and University of Chicago Divinity School. Any input on whether I have a shot at these schools or not would be greatly appreciated.

Edited August 8, 2016 by kweston

[Averroes MD]

You have a very good shot. 

[menge]

If you think it warrants it you can discuss this in your personal statement. Clearly you turned things around and can demonstrate that you have the ability to work hard and turn in quality work. Those LOR's will help a lot, and with a solid writing sample I very much agree with @Averroes MD.