After our seniors hit submit on college applications, there is still work to do! We remind students to check email daily for messages from their colleges/universities. They should interact with the links and information in those emails. Some colleges will provide login information for application dashboards. Some will request a self-reported transcript or a similar report of courses and grades from the student in addition to the transcript supplied by the student’s high school. 

FAQ

What is a self-reported transcript? 
For many applications, students will have to enter their own transcript after they hit submit on their applications. The SRAR/SSAR is a uniform online tool with which a student can self-report their high school transcript. Every detail of the transcript must be accurate; therefore, we recommend setting aside at least an hour to follow instructions and complete the request. The student also needs to have the most current copy of the high school transcript.  

Who uses the SRAR/SSAR?
For the Class of 2025, the Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR/SSAR) is used by the following schools. (Updated 9/3/2024)
Baylor University
Clemson University
Duquesne University
Florida A & M University
Florida Atlantic University
Florida Polytechnic University
Florida State University
Kean University
Louisiana State University
Montclair State University
New College of Florida
New York University (NYU)
Pennsylvania State University
Rutgers University, Camden
Rutgers University, Newark
Rutgers University, New Brunswick
Texas A&M University
United State Air Force Academy
University at Buffalo, SUNY
University of Connecticut
University of Delaware
University of Florida
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign* (if applied via Common App)
University of Massachusetts Amherst
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
University of North Florida
University of Oregon
University of Pittsburgh
University of Rhode Island
University of South Florida
University of Tampa
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
University of Texas at Arlington
University of Texas at San Antonio
University of West Florida
Virginia Tech

How does a college see the SRAR/SSAR?
After a student submits the SRAR/SSAR,  they also must link the SRAR to their college application portal. Linking methods may vary for each college/university, so it is essential to refer to linking instructions provided by the college/university.

Are there other self-reported transcript tools?
– Yes. It is not unusual for colleges to ask students to submit “Courses & Grades” through the Common Application. We see this for schools including Purdue University.
– University of Illinois (UIUC)*: If you apply through Common App, Illinois will email instructions on how to self-report your courses. 
– UCF: Applicants will receive information to enter grades in SPARK, UCF’s proprietary transcript record. It cannot be linked with the SSAR or SRAR. 

Does self-reporting grades replace the mid year grade reports or initial or final transcripts from high school? 
No. Completing the SSAR, SRAR or Courses & Grades on the Common Application does NOT replace your high school reporting–sending your initial transcript this fall or your final transcript at graduation. Students should still complete the transcript request through their high school counselors (Naviance, Parchment, SCIOR, SchoolLinks, Google forms, in person requests, etc.).

The details of college applications can be confusing! You do not have to be a Class 101 family to reach out to us with any questions! We’re here to help with the college application process. 
Karen & Tony, Owners, Class 101 Dayton
937-705-5113