How to transfer high school transcripts to college?

I'm a junior and curious about how high school transcripts are sent to colleges during the application process. Do I need to request them myself or does my high school do it?

In most cases, your high school is responsible for sending your official transcript to the colleges to which you're applying. This ensures that the document comes directly from a trusted source and verifies its authenticity.

Here are the typical steps:

1. Confirm the college's requirements: Some colleges might want transcripts only after the student is admitted, while others might want them as soon as the student applies. It's also key to verify whether they want digital or paper copies.

2. Request the transcript: The process varies by high school, but usually involves a formal request that you make to your guidance or records office. This might require a form to be filled out, and possibly a fee.

3. Follow up: After submitting your request, ensure your high school sends your transcript by the deadline. This could involve checking with your guidance office, or with the colleges' admission offices to confirm receipt.

4. If your school uses a system like Naviance or Parchment: These are online platforms through which you may be able to make transcript requests that your school will receive and process digitally.

Remember to request your transcripts well before college application deadlines, as it may take some time for your school to process the request and for the college to receive and record your transcript. Also, always remember to thank your school officials for their help with this process.