A step by step guide on how to order and send official transcripts electronically

When applying to new schools in the U.S., your GPA and official transcripts from your previous institution are crucial for your application. Here’s a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to send an official transcript:

1. Log in to the website of your previous school.

2. Search for “transcript” in the search bar.

3. Click on “order an official transcript”.

Note: Apart from Parchment, your school may use other transcript management platforms like the National Student Clearinghouse.

4. Navigate to Parchment’s website and create an account.

5. Receive and enter a verification code to continue.

6. Log in to your Parchment account.

7. Add your previous school to your account.

8. Fill in your personal information and verify it.

9. Click on “order transcript”.

10. Select the school to receive the transcript.

11. Choose to send it immediately and pay the dispatch fee.

This process ensures that the official transcript is sent and received without errors.

Frequently Asked Questions about Official Transcripts:

1. “I’ve already uploaded a transcript during the online application process. Do I need to order again?”

   – Yes, you need to order again as the uploaded transcript during the online application is generally an unofficial copy, which is not verified for authenticity.

2. “Can I print an electronic version of the official transcript myself and mail it to the school?”

   – No, any self-printed transcripts are susceptible to alteration and are not accepted.

3. “What if I have a sealed official transcript? Can I mail it to the school or hand it to a teacher for verification?”

   – Yes, as long as the transcript remains sealed, it can be mailed or handed over for verification.

4. “Can I use a transcript verified by a third party, like a report issued by WES?”

   – Yes, overseas transcripts generally need to be verified by a third party, and schools recognize these verifications.

5. “I uploaded a digital version of the official transcript on the application portal for Trine University. Do I need to order a new one?”

   – Yes, you still need to reorder because the application portal only requires an unofficial transcript which isn’t verified.

6. “If I bring a sealed transcript to the school for verification, will they return it to me?”

   – As per Trine University’s practice, the school retains sealed transcripts from U.S. institutions but returns those from overseas institutions.

These guidelines help ensure that your application materials meet the necessary requirements for your new school applications.