What's the Process for Sending Military Transcripts to College?

I completed some schooling while in the military and I heard that my coursework might count for college credits. How would I go about sending my military transcript to a college? Is there a specific process I need to follow?

In order to have your military school and training assessed for potential college credit, you'll need to send your military transcripts to the college or university you're interested in attending. This process will varied somewhat depending on your branch of service. Here are the general steps:

1. Request your transcripts: If you're affiliated with the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard, you can request your transcripts through the Joint Services Transcript (JST) system. If you're affiliated with the Air Force, you'll need to use the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) system to request your transcripts.

2. Verify your transcripts: Be sure to review them for accuracy. You'll want to ensure all your schools and training programs are listed.

3. Send your transcripts: Typically, you can request to have your transcripts sent directly to the educational institution of your choice. Some might allow for electronic delivery, while others will require physical copies.

Remember, not all college-level knowledge gained in the military is documented on military transcripts. You could have academic credit earned by testing through programs like CLEP and DSST, or from other learning experiences. Be sure to document these as well when applying for college.

Lastly, it's important to note that every institution will have its own policies regarding how it evaluates and awards credit for military-based learning. Some colleges might award more credit than others for the same military schooling, as they convert your military coursework into civilian college credit differently. Be aware that not all credit may count toward your specific degree or program.

Hope that helps! And thank you for your service.