Media type · An official record of courses, credits and grades from the awarding institution.
Academic transcript
The record of courses and grades that admissions and scholarship panels assess.
Key facts
| What it is | An official record of courses, credits and grades from the awarding institution. |
|---|---|
| Who sets it | The institution that awarded the qualification issues the transcript and its certified copies. |
| Check before paying | Whether a sealed original, a verified upload or a certified translation is required, and how many copies are needed. |
Format, translation and timing
Admissions offices usually want a complete record, not a selection of good grades, and some require a sealed copy sent directly by the institution. A transcript that arrives late can miss a scholarship deadline even when the grades qualify.
Certified translations add cost and time. Order enough copies for every application, and check whether the destination requires a sealed original or accepts a verified digital record.
Frequently asked questions
Can a copy be uploaded?
Some institutions accept verified uploads; others require a sealed original. Check the admissions instructions.
Does a transcript expire?
The document does not expire, but some routes require recent issue dates. Confirm the requirement.