Do Colleges See Unexcused Absences?

Colleges don't care if you have one or two tardies, but the admissions committee will definitely make note disciplinary actions like expulsions, suspensions, and academic probation. Colleges want to know you're mature and able to succeed in a rigorous academic environment with a lot of independence.

How many unexcused absences can a student have?

10 unexcused absences from school in one school year. If your child misses 1⁄2 a day or more, and the school considers that a "day," it will count toward the limit.

Does attendance affect college decisions?

Attendance contributes more than any other factor to course failure and low grades. College-ready students (those who have the best chance of enrolling and persisting in college) have average attendance rates of 98 percent, meaning they miss less than a week over the course of the entire school year.