How to Send Official HS Transcripts After Graduating?

I graduated from high school a few years ago, but I need to send my official high school transcripts to a university for a transfer application. I'm not really sure how to do this since it's been a while. Can someone help me out and let me know the steps to take?

Sure, I'd be happy to help you with that! Requesting your official high school transcripts shouldn't be too hard, even if you graduated a few years ago. Here are the steps you should take:

1. Contact your high school: The first thing you'll want to do is get in touch with your former high school directly. You can either call them or check their website for information on requesting transcripts. Ask for the guidance counseling office, as they typically deal with transcript requests.

2. Provide your information: When you reach out to your high school, be prepared to provide some personal information for verification purposes. This might include your full name (including any maiden or previous names), your date of birth, the year you graduated, and possibly a student ID number if you have it.

3. Specify the recipient: You will need to give the high school the name and address of the university where you want your transcripts sent, as well as any specific department or office within the university that the transcripts should be sent to (e.g., the Office of Admissions).

4. Pay any fees: Some high schools charge a small fee for processing and mailing official transcripts. If your high school has a fee, be prepared to pay it when you request your transcripts. They may accept payment in various forms, such as check, money order, or credit card.

5. Follow up: After you've requested your transcripts, it's a good idea to follow up with both your high school and the university to ensure that your transcripts were sent and received. Give it a week or two for processing and mailing before checking in, though, as sometimes sending and/or receiving the transcript takes a few days.

Since it may take some time for your transcripts to be processed and sent, make sure to request them well ahead of any application deadlines. Good luck with your transfer application!