This document is a form submitted by a student’s school counselor to colleges to which the student has applied via the Common Application. It provides an update on the student’s academic performance in their senior year, typically including grades from the first semester or trimester. For example, if a student’s initial application included predicted grades, the mid-term report offers confirmed grades from the completed portion of the year.
Its significance lies in offering admissions committees a current snapshot of a candidate’s progress. Colleges can assess whether the student is maintaining the academic standards indicated in their original application and transcript. Historically, this has provided colleges with assurance that the applicant’s performance remains consistent, or alerted them to any potential changes in academic trajectory. This information assists institutions in making informed admission decisions, especially in borderline cases.
