The Joint Services Transcript (JST) offers a valuable opportunity for service members and veterans to translate their military experience into college credit, potentially saving time and money on their education. This official document provides colleges and universities with documented evidence of professional military education, training, and occupational experiences.
Understanding the Joint Services Transcript
The JST bridges the gap between military experience and civilian academic requirements by converting military training and experience into a language easily understood by colleges. This standardized format simplifies the process for academic institutions to evaluate and award college credit.
The JST benefits service members and veterans by:
- Providing potential employers with clear evidence of real-world skills and experience.
- Enabling academic counselors to better understand a service member’s capabilities.
- Saving time and money by granting academic credit for eligible military experience. This can shorten the time required to complete a degree and reduce tuition costs.
Joint Services Transcript: Eligibility and Access
The JST is available to active duty, reserve, and veteran members of the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Coast Guard.
To access your JST:
- Register for an account: Visit the official JST website (https://jst.doded.mil/jst/registration) to create an account.
- Access your transcript: Once registered, navigate to the “Transcripts” section to view, print, or save an unofficial copy of your JST.
- Request official transcripts: Use the “Official Transcript Request” feature to send official transcripts directly to chosen educational institutions at no cost.
Note: Air Force personnel should obtain their transcripts from the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF). Official transcripts can be requested through the CCAF Online Transcript System (https://www.otc.edu/Documents_Veterans_Affairs/air_force_transcript_information.pdf).
Leveraging Your Military Experience with the JST
The Joint Services Transcript empowers service members and veterans to maximize their military experience by converting it into tangible academic credit. By streamlining the credit awarding process, the JST helps individuals achieve their educational and career goals more efficiently. Visit the JST website (https://jst.doded.mil/jst/) to learn more and begin the process.
