<p>So I put my unofficial transcript where I was supposed to put a scanned copy of my official transcript. Do you think it would be ok to email the department my official transcript even though its webpage says not to email any application material? Also, did I just waste $100?</p>
<p>No and no. Email them to notify of the error, and ask if you can submit the official transcript via email. They are almost certain to accept your request, and once granted then you can email them the transcript.</p>
<p>I’m sorry what is the difference? They are both unofficial and unless a school has a very strong explicit preference, I don’t think it would matter. I’ve had a couple schools accept my unofficial transcript in lieu of a scanned official transcript because guess what, the latter isn’t exactly official.</p>
<p>It only matters to the school allowing applicants to submit the document. Contact them and ask them what they want you to do to correct the situation.</p>