Jan 29 2025 11 mins 2
Colleges have been known to withhold college transcripts to recover unpaid debts. But this practice is becoming illegal in some places.
For many students and alumni, a college transcript is more than a piece of paper – it’s a gateway to career opportunities, additional education, and professional development. But what happens when a college withholds your transcript? Is it even legal for an institution to do that?
The answer is complicated, yet this is a reality for many who face unpaid debts to their former colleges. Let’s dive into why this happens, the rules governing transcript withholding, and how recent regulatory changes could affect you.
