Inflation is driving up the cost of school transcripts this fall, as rising grade-point averages have made top marks more commonplace. Parents and students are now facing higher fees to obtain official records, reflecting broader economic pressures on education-related expenses. The shift toward higher GPAs has also contributed to the increased demand for transcripts, further straining budgets. Those needing academic documentation may find prices significantly elevated compared to previous years.
Families writing checks this fall are paying dearly for a transcript on which the top grade has become the ordinary one.
