How does Del Mar College handle transfer transcripts?

I'm planning to transfer to another college and need to understand how Del Mar College handles transfer transcripts. Do they have specific requirements or procedures for ensuring my transcript is sent properly to the new institution?

Del Mar College, like most other institutions, has a specific process for students who are looking to transfer their credits to another college. You will first need to request an official transcript, usually from the Registrar's office or online through an automated system if available.

When you request your transcript, you should specify that it needs to be sent to the institution to which you're applying, include the institution's name and address, and any other relevant information such as your new student ID at the new school, if you have it. This will typically involve a minimal fee for processing and sending the transcript.

The official transcript is generally sent directly from Del Mar College to the new institution to ensure its legitimacy. As a rule of thumb, transcripts that have been handled by a student are not considered "official" by most colleges - they usually must be sent directly from institution to institution.

The time it takes to process and send a transcript can vary, so be sure you get this task done well ahead of any application or enrollment deadlines at your new school. Also, keep a copy of all your requests and payments, just in case there's a question later about whether or not the task was handled.

And just a reminder, the receiving institution often makes the final decision about what credits will transfer, so it's a good idea to reach out to an adviser at your new school to discuss the transferability of your credits.