Hey, I'm in the process of applying to Virginia Tech right now, and I'm kind of puzzled about the Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR). Can someone clarify how I should fill this out and what they're looking for?
The Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR) for Virginia Tech is essentially where you'll provide detailed information about your high school academic history. Consider it as a tool allowing you to directly input your academic transcript information instead of sending an official high school transcript. Here's how you can approach filling it out:
- Prepare: Gather your high school transcript(s) so you have a comprehensive list of all the courses you've taken during high school, including your grades and course levels.
- Accuracy: Input all information accurately, precisely as it appears on your official transcripts. Be honest and meticulous; your SRAR will be compared to your final high school transcript if you are admitted. Note that intentionally falsifying your academic record can lead to your application being withdrawn.
- Course Details: Make sure you include all the classes you've taken from the 9th grade onward, even those in which you performed poorly or withdrew. Be sure to include the exact course titles, grades, and levels (e.g., AP, IB, Honors).
- Dual Enrollment or College Courses: If you've taken dual enrollment or college courses during high school, these also need to be included. Consult your college transcript to ensure the information is accurate.
- Current and Future Coursework: For courses you are currently taking, or you plan to take in the future, you should list them as 'In-progress' or 'Planned', respectively.
- Avoid Abbreviations: Refrain from using abbreviations on your SRAR unless they're official abbreviations on your high school transcript.
- Review: Double-check for accuracy and completeness before submission.
The main point here is that Virginia Tech wants an individualized, accurate reflection of your high school academic history. Any question about what a course level or grade might be, consult your school counselor — they're there to help you through this process!
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