What's the purpose of the Common App for transfer college report?

I'm filling out my transfer application on the Common App, and I'm confused about the college report section. Can anyone explain what this report is for and who needs to complete it?

The "College Report" portion of the Common App for transfer students is designed to gather information about your standing at your current (or most recent) institution. Essentially, it's a way for your transfer schools to confirm that you are in good academic and disciplinary standing at your current institution.

The person who completes this form is typically an administrator who has access to your academic and disciplinary record. This may be someone from your Registrar's office, the Dean of Students, or a designated school official like your Academic Advisor. The person will complete the form by indicating whether you're in good standing, have any disciplinary action against you, or if you're eligible to return to your current institution.

One important thing to remember here is that you'll need to have this "College Report" form completed for each college/university you have attended.

The purpose of the college report is to promote transparency in the transfer process. It allows the institution to which you're applying to evaluate not only your academic performance but also your conduct at your previous school. It helps them make a well-rounded decision about your admission.

For example, if you were suspended from your previous institution for disciplinary reasons, that would be flagged in your College Report. The university you're applying to would then decide how that information factors into your application. Similarly, if you left on good terms, the college report will reflect that.

In short, it's an essential part of your transfer application that provides additional context to your academic career. Make sure to contact an appropriate official at your current college to complete this form as honestly and accurately as possible.