Clarifying the Transfer Application College Report

I'm working on my transfer applications, and I've come across something called a college report. Can anyone explain what this is and how I get it? Is it something my current school needs to fill out?

Absolutely, happy to clarify this for you. A college report is typically a form that your current post-secondary institution fills out as part of your transfer application. It's a way for your prospective college or university to get information about your academic and disciplinary standing at your current institution.

The content and format can vary slightly depending on the university you're applying to, but generally, it requires the signature of a school official — usually a dean or registrar — who can confirm details like your grade point average, academic standing, and any disciplinary actions taken against you.

As to how you get this filled out, you should first check the transfer application instructions at the university you are applying to. They may have their specific college report form available for download, or it could be part of the Common App if the school participates in it. Once you have the form, you'll need to take it to the appropriate office at your current school, which is usually the Registrar's office or the office of Student Affairs. The officials there will fill it out and send it directly to the university you're applying to.

Additionally, remember to approach your current school well ahead of your application deadlines to ensure they have ample time to complete the form. Depending on the institution, the process might take some time. This kind of prep will help ensure that everything goes as smoothly as possible.