Frequently Asked Questions - Academic Update
Q: What is the Academic Update?
A: From December 15, 2005 to February 3, 2006, AADSAS opens your application to permit you to update information you provided in your initial application in the "Planned-In Progress" coursework section. During this time period, you may provide AADSAS with grades earned, enter changes in coursework that have occurred, or make changes in your upcoming coursework. After entering this data and submitting it to AADSAS, you must also submit an official transcript reflecting the new data entered. AADSAS will verify your reported information and send an updated application to your designated schools in both electronic and paper format.
Q: Is it mandatory that I participate in the Academic Update?
A: No, it is not mandatory to participate in the Academic Update. The update is simply an opportunity for you to provide your designated schools with the most up-to-date information about your coursework. It is your option to participate.
Q: How much does the Academic Update cost?
A: AADSAS does not charge a fee for you to participate in the Academic Update. The only cost you incur is the cost of having an updated official transcript sent to AADSAS.
Q: Where do I send my updated transcripts?
A: AADSAS Transcript Processing Center
P.O. Box 9110
Watertown, MA 02471
If you would like to express mail your transcripts sent to:
AADSAS Transcript Processing Center
c/o Liaison International
311 Arsenal Street, Suite 15
Watertown, MA 02472
Q: Can I enter my Summer 2005 grades now and my Fall 2005 grades later, after they are made available?
A: The Academic Update window permits you to submit all your updated information only once. If you submit your Summer 2005 grades, you will not be permitted to re-enter your application and submit your Fall 2005 grades at a later date. AADSAS recommends that you wait to submit both Summer and Fall grades after your Fall grades are made available.
Q: Can I update other information in my application during the Academic Update?
A: The only section of your application that you can update during the Academic Update is Courses Planned-In Progress. You can update your Biographic Information (change of address, etc.) and your self-reported DAT scores at any time. Other sections of the application, including Honors and Awards, Research Experience, etc. cannot be updated.
Q: Can international applicants (individuals who have completed coursework outside the US/Canada) provide information during the Academic Update?
A: Yes. International applicants (individuals who have completed coursework outside the US/Canada) who are now attending a US/Canadian college/university can enter new information in the Courses Planned-In Progress section and should submit transcripts for verification. International applicants attending a foreign college/university/dental may indicate so in the Courses Planned-In Progress section, but do not provide a transcript, as AADSAS does not verify international transcripts.
Q: How do I know that AADSAS has begun processing my Academic update?
A: Monitor the receipt of your Academic Update transcripts through your application. On the horizontal toolbar at the top of your application, select Status > Transcripts. As soon as the AADSAS Transcript Verification Center has received your transcripts, we will begin processing your application. You can tell when verification is complete when your computed GPA.s have been revised.
Two actions must occur for AADSAS to initiate processing of your Academic Update:
You must submit your updated coursework information. NOTE: After entering all your new coursework, be sure to push the submit button.
AADSAS must receive updated official transcripts, reflecting the coursework recently completed.
Q: How do I know that AADSAS has begun processing my Academic update?
A: After AADSAS has verified your updated information, a new GPA will be calculated. Monitor any changes in the reported GPA in your application.
Q: How long does it take for schools to receive my Academic Update?
A: After AADSAS has received your e-submitted information and your official transcript, AADSAS processing takes approximately 4-6 weeks.
Q: How do I know that the schools have received my Academic Update?
A: Go to the horizontal toolbar at the top of your application and select Status > Designations. The date AADSAS provides information to your designated schools is indicated.
Q: Where is the "Planned-In Progress Courses" section of my application?
A: This section is located in the "Coursework" section of your application.
Q: Can I modify the university I indicated I would be attending in my Courses Planned-In Progress section during the Academic Update?
A: Yes. You may do so by going to the Colleges Attended section of the application and submitting updated information.
Q: I submitted my Academic Update on time, but my transcripts were not sent until after the Academic Update deadline. Will AADSAS process my Academic Update?
A: AADSAS will process Academic Updates for applicants who e-submit their Academic Update information by February 3, 2006, provided AADSAS receives an official transcript no later than April 1, 2006. AADSAS strongly recommends that you do not delay sending transcripts, however.
, so I'm reluctant to do so.
