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I don't recall ever being asked to provide any transcripts or test scores as a condition of employment. Anyone else?

Uhhhh... transcripts?

I still have to provide them for ANY professional position that I apply for in academia, and I'm in my early 40's.

I guess I could see why academia would be the exception.

Anyone outside academia?

Last time I was asked was grad school application... And then for some post grad studies, which is to be expected. Never for employment.

I was asked for transcripts when applying for teaching spanish at private schools--obviously it was relevant. Otherwise, no.

Jenny,

If you check back in, you have a lot of great feedback. Perhaps you and your parents need to find a school that is a better fit for you where you will be valued for what you bring to the table - high intellect, discipline, ability to perform within a prescribed set of rules, etc.

For what it is worth, I have three children with gifted IQ's. None of them have cared one whit about their grades unless it was a required stepping stone to do something they did care about. Being gifted, in and of itself, is not a ticket to success in any field, so don't get hung up on the IQ requirement.

Just focus on finding the best fit where you can thrive and develop your talents so you're ready to do what you want to do with the rest of your life when school is finished.

Law firms often want them.

I think that's only if you aren't bringing in a book of business, though.