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Should Unschoolers Make a Transcript?
What you recommend non-tradional (unschoolers and eclectic) homeschoolers do about making transcripts for 4-year state colleges? Do they have a better chance at admission if they transform what they have done into a
traditional transcript?
~Julie
Dear Julie,
In general I think the best answer is to convert non-traditional experiences into a traditional transcript with grades made by mom, and credit values clearly labeled. I have heard some moms truly regret NOT doing that, believing that it cost them a lot in scholarship money. It's best to include course descriptions as well, that give a narrative description, but I think a transcript is VERY important if you need any scholarship money.
Of course it will depend on the college, so check with the college your student likes first. But I have seen successes with making a traditional transcripts, and I have seen regrets without a traditional transcript.
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Hi, adding to that question, what about GPA and credits if there is no record of them?
Good question! Your job is to translate your activities (whatever they are) into records. I think this article will help:
Transcripts the “Love Language” of Colleges
Robin
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