Is the SRAR necessary?

You only need to complete the SSAR/SRAR if it's required by the colleges to which you are applying. Find out on a school's admissions site, and also check the list below.

What happens if you don't do the SRAR?

What if I don't complete the SRAR? All first-year applicants (excluding the exceptions detailed above) must complete the SRAR. You must have a completed SRAR in order for your application to be reviewed. If you do not complete your SRAR, we will not review you for admission.

How important is the SRAR?

In general, using the SRAR allows colleges to review applications more quickly, because they do not have to wait for their systems to process students' transcripts as they come in.

Is the SRAR mandatory?

California State system: SRAR required for all CA State schools. There is very specific reporting, based upon the A-G courses. There are also very specific requirements for how to enter course levels and course grades.

Do all colleges need SRAR?

Some Require, Others Do Not

Some colleges want you to self-report all of your high school courses and final grades, and some want you to self-report your test scores, and won't review your application for admissions until you do.

What is the SRAR/SSAR?

Is Srar required for international students?

International freshman applicants who have graduated from high school should not complete the SRAR. Instead, you need to submit grade 9 (junior 3) through grade 12 transcripts with proof of graduation and transcript evaluation report.

Do I have to complete SRAR before deadline?

You will submit SRAR as part of your application process. You may choose to submit the application itself first, and then return to complete SRAR at a later date, but your application will not be complete without submitting it, along with the rest of your materials.

Can I submit my SRAR after the application deadline?

For schools that require SRAR, remember that it is a part of the application and as such, must be completed prior to the deadline. If the school recommends you wait until your application portal is created before adding information to SRAR, take this timing into consideration in order to meet deadlines.

Can I see my Srar after submitting?

A submitted SRAR/SSAR shows 'Record Complete' in the top right section of the screen. You can also utilize the My Colleges and Universities dashboard on the homepage of your SRAR/SSAR to see your Current SRAR/SSAR Status. If a SRAR/SSAR is submitted, you will see "Submitted" as your "Current SRAR/SSAR status".

How long does it take to complete SRAR?

The SRAR takes about an hour to complete.

Is Srar mandatory for NYU?

All students applying for first-year admission from a high school anywhere in the world, or those who were home-schooled and followed a traditional U.S. educational curriculum, will be required to provide the Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR).

Why do colleges need SSAR?

The Self-Reported Academic Record (SSAR) is a way for you to self-report your courses and grades that you have received, or expect to receive, to support your application. The SSAR replaces the high school and college transcripts portion of your initial application.

Is Srar on the common app?

Once your account is set up and your academic information is entered, look for the option to link your SRAR within the Common App. This is typically found within the 'Education' section of the application. There should be prompts to 'Link SRAR' or something similar.

What is the point of self-reported academic record?

Welcome to the Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR/SSAR)!

The SRAR allows students to self-report courses and grades that have been completed, or will be attempted (e.g., senior year courses in-progress), for high school credit.

What is the difference between transcripts and Srar?

SRAR is short for Self-Reported Academic Record, an initiative to ultimately have all future undergraduate applicants to the University submit their high school record as part of the application process, rather than having the school counselors send transcripts for each applicant.

Do you put current courses on SRAR?

All current, and scheduled, senior-year courses should be entered on your SRAR/SSAR. Under the drop-down titled Grade, please select “In Progress” for those courses for which you do not yet have grades, including semester two.

What happens if you fill out SRAR wrong?

Some colleges may also ask you to upload an updated version in the portal. Another common error is realizing you made an error in the SRAR (self-reported academic record), if a school uses it. Reach out to the admissions office and they can reactivate it for you so that you can correct the error.

Why do colleges ask for SRAR?

The SRAR also sends the information to schools more quickly than waiting for an official transcript to be processed and arrive. Because the SRAR collects and standardizes all of the data, schools can quickly and easily receive, read, and assess student information. It even calculates your GPA!

Can you add colleges to SRAR after submitting?

You may add any of the colleges or universities listed onto your SRAR/SSAR. Once linked and submitted, each school will receive the SRAR/SSAR and any subsequent SRAR/SSAR updates.

Can I edit my Srar after submitting?

If your SRAR/SSAR is submitted and you need to make changes, log in to your account using the main SRAR/SSAR website and click on the "Record Complete" tab.

Can you use an unofficial transcript for SRAR?

Since accuracy is important, please use an unofficial transcript/grades report (e.g., online report card) or score report as a reference when you complete the SRAR.

Does the SRAR include SAT scores?

Several participating colleges and universities collect self-reported test scores on the SRAR/SSAR. Thus, you will need ACT, SAT, or any other standardized test scores required by the college or university.

How do I send Srar to college?

What do you put on Srar?

All freshman applicants, with a few exceptions, will enter their courses, grades, class rank (if provided on transcript) and graduation plan in the SRAR. Since accuracy is critical, we highly recommend that you have a copy of your high school transcript available to use as a reference when you create your SRAR.

Can you upload a transcript to an SRAR?

Select the type of document you are uploading from the Document Type drop-down menu (e.g., Transcript). Select your High School/College from the High School/College drop-down menu. Click Select Files and choose the file from your device. Alternatively, you can also drag a file to the box to upload.