Can I File Bankruptcy and Get My Transcript for My University?

Question:

Dear Steve,

I owe university, need my official transcripts to apply for a professional license.

University has sent the debt to collection agency. After my bankruptcy is filed/discharged will the school have to release my official transcript and actual diploma?

Pamela

Answer:

Dear Pamela,

If the debt is owed to the school directly, then yes. The bankruptcy will clear the debt owed to the school and eliminate the block on the transcript.

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