<p>I'm sorry if this seems like a stupid question, but I really don't know how this whole process works. As you all know, the application deadlines for most colleges are around January 1. I already have taken my SAT, got all my recommendations, but my transcripts won't be ready until after January (at least, that's how my school works - I don't know about other ones). My question is, do my high school transcripts have to meet these certain deadlines or can they be sent later on? That's basically gonna be my issue. I don't know if it's ok or not to send it later. Help will be greatly appreciated!!</p>
<p>They can (and usually are) sent later on, with the mid-year report. And even if a particular college has a deadline, they understand that high schools operate on varying schedules.</p>
<p>Relax. If others from your high school have been able to get into colleges in other years, you will be too.</p>