Lost high school diploma?

Hey everyone, I'm kinda worried right now. What happens if I end up losing my high school diploma? Is it possible to get a new one? How does it affect my college applications?

Hey there, no need to panic! If you lose your high school diploma, you can definitely request a new one. You'll want to contact your high school's main office or the school district that oversees your high school and inquire about the process for obtaining a replacement diploma. They might require some form of identification and a small fee to issue a new diploma.

As for college applications, you generally don't have to submit your actual diploma with your application. Colleges mainly rely on your transcripts, test scores (if applicable), and other application materials to evaluate your academic performance. Your high school transcripts will reflect your coursework, grades, and, in most cases, your graduation date.

However, some colleges may ask for a copy of your diploma if there's any discrepancy in your transcripts or as part of the final enrollment process after you're accepted. In that case, having a replacement diploma would be handy, but if you haven't yet received it, you can contact the college's admissions office and explain the situation. They may accept a letter from your high school confirming your graduation or other documentation in place of the actual diploma.

Overall, the loss of your high school diploma shouldn't negatively impact your college applications as long as you have access to your transcripts and other required documents. Just be sure to request a replacement diploma in a timely manner in case a college requests it later on. Good luck!