As a homeschool parent, what’s your biggest fear about sending your student to college? You might list common concerns like: Getting into a well-ranked school Paying for tuition, books, and room and board Preparing your student academically for the rigors of college Helping your young adult stay safe on campus While all of these are [...]
Along with GPA, courses are the most indispensable part of a great high school transcript. So getting them right is crucial! At Transcript Maker, we often get the same question: “What counts as a course on a transcript, and what credit hours should I assign to courses?” It’s definitely a thorny issue! For homeschool families, [...]
Adding extracurricular activities to your transcript can be downright fun! They give a dash of flavor and spice to any transcript by demonstrating a student’s interests beyond academics. Colleges appreciate well-rounded students with a diverse background, and extracurricular activities are one of the best ways to show it. Sometimes, though, it’s tough to know where to [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6iHWFu0pnI&feature=youtu.be How’d you like to know a little secret sure to make your high school transcript stand out from the pack? It’s one of the most overlooked—yet crucially important—parts of a transcript. I’m talking about course descriptions. Most of us work hard to develop accurate, uniform course titles, but the truth is many [...]
Is the “four-year college degree” a misnomer in the modern day and age? In many ways, the answer is yes. Only a fraction of college students actually graduates in four years or less, and many take six years or more. Common reasons for the delay include frequently switching majors or schools, taking unnecessary courses that [...]
It’s finally here—your senior year of high school as a homeschool student! While it’s easy to get caught up in the rush of finishing school strong and enjoying fun senior-year activities, it’s also crunch time for creating your high school transcript and starting the college application process. During my own senior year of high school at home, [...]