I'm trying to order my high school transcripts, but I'm a bit stuck. What's the general process? Do I have to contact my school's registrar or is there another way? A step-by-step would be great.
Sure, I'd be happy to walk you through it.
1. Check with Your School Counseling/Advising Office: The first step is usually to inquire with your high school's counseling or advising office. Each school may have specific rules and procedures regarding transcript requests.
2. Request Form: Many schools have a form you'll have to fill out to request your transcript. You'll likely need to provide your basic information and specify where the transcripts need to be sent.
3. Online Platforms: Some schools may use online platforms like Parchment or Naviance for sending transcripts. If this is the case, you'll register on the platform, request your transcript, and specify the colleges you're applying to. The guidance office can guide you if your school uses one of these services.
4. Fees: Note that there may be a small fee associated with each transcript request.
This process doesn't usually take long, but do try to do this well ahead of application deadlines to avoid any last-minute stress. Good luck with your college applications!
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