While your academic record is not the only thing considered during the college and scholarship selection process, it is still a very important part of your overall presentation of yourself. Good grades and challenging courses show that you have the desire, motivation, and ability to succeed academically. By putting forth the effort in the classroom, you prove that you have what it takes to be a successful student at a higher level of education.

Your high school transcript is a record of all the classes you have taken and grades you have received throughout high school. This document can be a useful reference when you are filling out applications. Nearly every school and scholarship you apply to will want to know your GPA, or Grade Point Average, which is noted on your transcript. Also, many applications require that students include a copy of their transcript along with the rest of the forms. To request a copy, go to your school counselor and ask for your "official transcript", signed either by your counselor or a school administrator.

In addition to requesting a copy of your high school transcript, college and scholarship applications may ask you list AP and/or Honors courses you have taken. It is a good idea to keep track of these courses for your reference.


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