1. Matthew Kwiatkowski Senior Admissions Counselor Canisius College
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Matthew Kwiatkowski
Senior Admissions Counselor
Canisius College

2. 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

3. 5 Core Academic Areas
English, Social Studies, Math, Science, Foreign Language
Foreign Language requirements vary by college
Elective classes

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

5. 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

6. 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.

7. 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

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

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11. Example Transcript 3

12. Questions?