Request transcript sends

Overview

When applications open, your school will need to send official transcripts to each college. Understanding this process now prevents delays later!

How It Typically Works

• Most schools use electronic services: Naviance, Scoir, Parchment, or Common App
• Your counselor or registrar manages requests
• You authorize each request
• Transcripts include grades through your most recent completed semester

Steps to Take Now

1. Ask counselor: "What's our school's process for sending transcripts?"
2. Find out: Do you use Naviance/Scoir? Is there a paper form?
3. Understand deadlines: When should you submit requests?
4. Learn what transcripts you'll need:
   • Initial transcript (with application)
   • Mid-year report (January-February)
   • Final transcript (after graduation)

Timeline Tips

• Many schools want requests 2+ weeks before deadlines
• For EA/ED (November 1), submit requests by mid-October
• Track which schools have received transcripts via their portals

Pro Tip

Create a checklist of schools and mark when transcripts are sent AND received!