Matthew Kwiatkowski Senior Admissions Counselor Canisius College Transcript Review Matthew Kwiatkowski Senior Admissions Counselor Canisius College

Your Transcript Your transcript is the most important document in your application. It will undergo the greatest scrutiny and play a large part in a college’s decision Your transcript can indicate much about character and potential

5 Core Academic Areas English, Social Studies, Math, Science, Foreign Language Foreign Language requirements vary by college Elective classes

Rigor of Curriculum College preparatory curriculum Challenge yourself! Honors, AP & College Credit classes Importance of continuing Math and Science

GPA Calculated using your Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior year grades only Senior year matters! Mid-year reports upon request Admission is contingent upon successful completion of graduation requirements Class Rank

GPA - Weighted vs. Unweighted What's the difference? Weighting a grade means higher level courses (Honors, AP & College Credit Classes) are worth more when calculating the GPA. KE HS reports an weighted GPA on transcripts.

Tests SAT/ACT Regents Exams Reporting procedures vary by college 3 parts – does writing matter? Super-scoring Regents Exams Re-take low or failing exams Advanced Regents vs. Regents Diploma

Tips Every college is different! Do your research! Communicate with the Admissions Office!

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