Even though there is such a thing as a record that includes your disciplinary history, most colleges don't ask for this record. ... However, given that detentions are typically awarded for minor offenses, most colleges aren't too concerned with them.

What goes on your permanent record?

What is a permanent record? A permanent record is maintained on each student. The record carries the student's full legal name, date of birth, dates of enrollment/withdrawal/graduation, courses taken, final grades received, yearly/cumulative GPA, rank in class and test results.

Do colleges see detentions?

Colleges do not have detentions. Professors have authority to request a student to leave the classroom if they are causing a disturbance. If a student committed a serious offense, the college will put them on probation or even expel the student. ... In reality, colleges are a lot more different from middle or high school.