Hey guys, I'm trying to get my head around Texas A&M's SRAR (Self-Reported Academic Record) system. Does anyone have any tips or insights about how to fill it out accurately, and if possible, could you share any experiences of the impact it had on your application? Really appreciate it!
Sure, I'm happy to help! The Self-Reported Academic Record, or SRAR, is a method by which you submit your academic performance for schools that prefer self-reporting, like Texas A&M University. This approach allows the university to quickly access your academic information without waiting for official transcripts, speeding up the admissions process. Before I give tips on how to fill it out, here's an important point to remember: Accuracy is crucial, as your admission is contingent upon your self-reported grades matching your final official high school transcript.
Here are some general guidelines to help you with the SRAR process:
1. Keep your transcript handy. Use your official transcript as a reference when you’re filling in your SRAR to ensure that all information aligns.
2. List all high school courses and grades:.You must report every single course from all years of high school, including repeated courses and courses you withdrew from. Remember to include all attempts at a course, not just the successful one.
3. Indicate the course level. Identify whether the class was Honors, AP, IB, etc. Texas A&M uses this information to understand your academic rigor.
4. Report the grade just as it appears on your transcript. If your school uses a numerical system, report the numerical grade. If it uses letter grades, report the letter grade. Don’t convert your grades into another format.
Many students have found the SRAR a straightforward process, and it shouldn't drastically impact your application as long as the information matches your transcript. It simply allows your information to reach Texas A&M faster than a traditional transcript would. Just remember, inconsistencies between your SRAR and final transcript can jeopardize your admission offer. Best of luck with your application!
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