Help! Senior Secondary Leaving Examinations & Common App

Hi friends, my school follows the senior secondary leaving examination system. I was wondering how I should enter this information into the Common App? Has anyone had experience with this?

Hey! It's natural to be a bit confused with entering your senior secondary leaving examination results into the Common App, especially since it's a bit different compared to the traditional US education system. Here's how you can input the information:

1. Education section: When filling out the Education section, make sure to select the appropriate school type and educational system (e.g., Indian School Certificate, Cambridge A-Level, etc.). This will help the admissions officers understand the context of your academic achievements.

2. Grades and courses: In the "Grades" subsection, input your grades and classes as required by the Common App. If your school follows a unique grading system, explain it clearly in the "Additional Information" section of the application. It's essential to provide context, so the admissions officers can accurately assess your academic performance.

3. Standardized tests: Since your examination system involves standardized assessments, you might want to report your senior secondary leaving examination scores in the "Testing" section. List them under "Other Tests," and choose the appropriate test type (e.g., A-Level, ISC, etc.). Include your individual subject scores and the date you took each examination.

4. Supporting documents: Your counselor will play a crucial role in this process. Make sure they submit your official senior secondary leaving examination results and any necessary school documents (e.g., predicted grades, school transcripts, etc.) through the "School Report" or "Mid-Year Report" forms in the Common App. Communicate with your counselor to ensure they have all the necessary information.

5. Additional information: If needed, use the "Additional Information" section to provide more context about your education system, your school's curriculum, or any unique circumstances that may have affected your academic performance. This will help the admissions officers understand your academic background better.

By following these steps, you'll be able to clearly represent your academic performance within the senior secondary leaving examination system in the Common App for the admissions officers. Good luck with your applications!