<p>Is the Jan 1 deadline the same for the paper school forms (Counselor's report, transcripts) as it is for application deadline. Are they flexible about this? I didn't get these forms before winter break, and i don't get back until January 5. I didn't think the school forms were due by that date because the deadline is only listed next to the application and supplement on the common app. </p>
<p>??? =(</p>
<p>Generally schools only hold student responsible for those parts of the application that the student has direct control over--i.e. the application itself (plus supplement & payment). They understand that guidance departments can be slow sending out transcripts and that offices have periods of closures over the holidays.</p>
<p>You should send in your app, supplement & payment ASAP (before deadline at least!) and then request your HS send the rest of your records as soon as the guidance office gets back from winter break.</p>
<p>But remember admissions cannot begin to evaluate your application until ALL parts of your application arrives.</p>