Including military credits on college transcript

Hey, quick question! How do I go about including my military credits on my college transcript? Is there a particular way this should be documented or presented?

To transfer your military credits to a college, you first need to submit your official Joint Services Transcript (JST) or Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) transcript, if you're an Air Force veteran, to the college you're attending. The JST is an academically accepted document approved by the American Council on Education (ACE) to validate military occupational experiences and training along with the corresponding ACE credit recommendations.

Here's a general outline of steps you need to follow:

1. Request Your JST: You can officially request your JST through the Joint Services Transcript website, available online for each branch of the military.

2. Submit Your JST to Your College: Once you've secured a copy of your JST, send it to your college's Registrar's Office or Admissions Office. Some colleges may have a specific office for Veteran's Affairs; if so, that office can also assist with the process.

3. Transcript Evaluation: After the college receives your transcript, it will go through an evaluation process. At this point, the college assesses how your training, occupational specialty, and military coursework align with its academic requirements. This evaluation will determine how many credits are assigned for your military experiences and where they apply in your degree plan. The process can take a few weeks so be sure to submit your JST as early as possible.

4. Check Your Course Credit: Once your college has processed your JST, they will add the evaluated military credits to your official college transcript. You typically will have access to check your credits online through the student portal.

Remember that it's ultimately up to the college to decide how many, if any, of your military course credits are transferable. Some may fit into your chosen degree program while others might be counted as elective credits. If you're unsatisfied with the credits you're offered, it's usually possible to appeal the decision.

Lastly, to ensure maximum recognition of your military training and experiences, consider looking into colleges that are identified as military-friendly or those that partake in the ACE's Military Guide program.