What is the process for sending my transcript to the Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) for Evaluation?

Sending your transcript to Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) entails several steps. Below is a comprehensive guide to assist you in this process:

Step-by-Step Guide for Submitting Your Transcript to ECE

1. Establish an ECE Account 

• Visit ece.org to create an account and initiate a new credential evaluation application. 
• Choose the type of evaluation you require (e.g., General, Course-by-Course, etc.), based on your objectives such as immigration, education, or employment.

2. Examine Document Requirements 

• ECE has specific documentation prerequisites that vary by country and educational institution. 
• On their website, locate your country in the “Required Documents” section to determine the exact requirements and submission methods (e.g., sealed envelope, direct submission from the institution, official translations).

3. Commonly Required Documents by ECE: 

• Original or official transcripts 
• Degree certificates 
• Certified translations for documents not in English 

4. Organize Your Documents 

In accordance with ECE’s specifications: 

• You may need to request that your institution send the transcript directly to ECE in a sealed envelope. 
• If permitted, you can submit authenticated copies yourself, but they must be sealed and, in some cases, notarized. 

4. Dispatch Your Documents  

• By Mail (unless electronic submission is allowed): 

Electronically: 

• If your institution is capable of sending transcripts electronically (e.g., through services like Digitary, TrueCopy, Parchment, etc.), verify whether ECE accepts electronic submissions from your school.

5. Monitor and Await Processing 

• Log into your ECE account to check the status of your application. 
• The processing time generally spans 5–7 business days after all required documents are received. 
• Expedited processing options are available for an additional fee.

Recommendations 

• Always verify ECE’s requirements specific to your country or institution. 
• Do not open sealed envelopes received from your school, ECE will not accept them if the seal has been compromised.
• Keep a copy of everything you send.