Dec 11, 2025  
2025-2026 Policies and Procedures 
    
2025-2026 Policies and Procedures

3357:12-14-51-1-Handling of Official Transcript Procedure


Purpose:

To establish a clear and consistent policy regarding student access to official high school and college transcripts submitted to Zane State College.

 

Procedure:

 

  1. Official Transcript Ownership

Official transcripts (high school or college) submitted to Zane State College become the property of the College and are maintained as part of the student’s official academic record.

 

2.No Copies Provided to Students

Zane State College does not provide copies-electronic or printed-of official high school or college transcripts submitted by other institutions. This policy applies to all official documents, whether received electronically or in hard copy.

 

3.Recommendation to Students

Students requesting a copy of a transcript submitted to Zane State will be advised to contact the original institution directly to request an official or unofficial copy. The originating institution is the only authorized source to issue and certify their transcripts, ensuring the document’s integrity and accuracy.

 

4.Rationale for Policy

Releasing copies of official transcripts submitted by other institutions could compromise the authenticity and security of academic records. To preserve transcript integrity, ensure compliance with best practices, and protect student information, Zane State College cannot duplicate or redistribute transcripts from other schools.

 

5.Exceptions

No exceptions will be made to this policy.

 

Approved by:

Registrar