<p>If the application is due Jan 1, does my school need to have the transcript and I need to have standardized scores in by then or can it reach there in the days after the deadline (if I've already submitted the application). I've asked for both of them to be sent but I'm not sure if the transcript will reach in time. Also, is it midnight after 11:59 pm on Dec 31, or after 11:59 pm on Jan 1? </p>
<p>When colleges say January 1st, I believe they mean January 1st after 11:59 PM. It varies by the college, but most colleges are very lenient with all the forms that are out of your control being on time. As long as your Common App and Writing Supplement are submitted by the deadline, the rest of your application can be a few days late. This is because scores, and transcipts can take a while to process - especially during the holidays.</p>