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Transcripts

Alumni

Follow these instructions to order your paper or electronic official transcripts. The steps include payment and checking the status of your transcript requests from the Registrar's office.

FOR UPCOMING GRADUATES

1. Check that all grades are posted first

If you are graduating, you should verify that all your final course grades have been officially posted before ordering your transcript. You can do this by:

  • Reviewing your unofficial transcript in mySeaport
  • Checking your Degree Audit

Why this matters:

  • An official transcript only shows information that is already posted at the time you place the order.
  • If grades are still missing, your transcript will be incomplete.

2. Ordering too early means paying twice

If you order your transcript before all grades are posted:

  • The transcript you receive will not include those grades
  • You will need to place another separate transcript order (and typically pay again) to get a corrected version

In short: ordering early can cost you extra time and money.

3. You can request a delayed transcript instead

To help avoid this problem, the university allows you to delay the processing of your transcript until key academic updates are complete.

You can choose to have your transcript sent after:

  • Final grades are posted
    • Usually about 2 weeks after the term ends
  • Your degree is officially posted
    • Usually about 2 months after the term ends

This ensures the transcript:

  • Includes all final grades
  • Shows your degree awarded, which is often required by employers, graduate schools, or licensing agencies

Order an Official Transcript

Cost & Payment 

  • $10.50 per transcript, plus delivery or handling fees. 
  • Pay online with VISA, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover. 

Formats Available 

  • Electronic (PDF): Secure delivery through Parchment or SPEEDE. Check that your recipient accepts electronic transcripts. 
  • Paper (printed on security paper): Includes the Registrar’s seal and signature, mailed or available for pickup. 

How to Order 

  • Place your order online through Credentials/Parchment. 
  • Complete the authorization form (mouse or touch screen signature). 
  • Follow the step-by-step instructions provided during the ordering process.
  • If you do not remember your 850 ID, it can be retrieved using this link.

Third-Party Request (on Behalf of Someone Else)

  • Place your order directly through Credentials/Parchment.
  • Follow the provided instructions to complete your order.
  • You will need to upload the student’s signed authorization.

Pickup & Notary Services 

  • Paper transcripts may be ordered online and picked up at the Registrar’s Office by appointment (email required). 
  • Transcripts held for pickup will be available for 90 days before being destroyed. 
  • If you need a transcript notarized, request “local pickup” when ordering and email transcripts@uncw.edu with instructions. 

Order Status 

  • Track your order through Parchment or call 847.716.3000. 
  • First-class mail orders are only scanned at USPS processing points; delivery dates cannot be confirmed. 

Unofficial Transcripts

View or Print

Unofficial transcripts are available at no cost through mySeaport for currently enrolled students only.

  • Log in to mySeaport
  • Select Student
  • Under Records, click View Unofficial Transcript

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Additional Information & Policies

  • No partial transcripts: Every transcript shows your complete academic history (undergraduate and graduate, if applicable). 
  • Transcripts from other schools cannot be reissued by UNCW; contact the original institution directly. 
  • Holds on your account (e.g., loan issues or exit interviews not completed) will prevent transcript processing. Check mySeaport for holds. 
  • Common Application requests: UNCW does not process transcripts through the Common App. 
  • UNCW alumni applying to UNCW graduate programs: Do not order a transcript. The Graduate School will obtain your records automatically.
  • Submission restrictions: Faxed requests and mailed forms cannot be processed. Forms to accompany transcripts must be uploaded online when placing your order.
  • Processing delays: Expect delays during holidays or inclement weather.
  • International authentication (notary): Can be arranged if requested at the time of order by emailing transcripts@uncw.edu. 

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