OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS:

·          To order an official transcript, click on the National Student Clearinghouse link. 

·          Select Queens University of Charlotte from the dropdown list of schools (even if you attended Presbyterian School of Nursing).

·          The site will walk you through the process.  You will be required to enter your personal information, then the recipient information and finally your payment information.

·          On the Recipient tab, you have 3 Delivery Options to choose from:

1.   Hold for pickup – you can pick up your transcript in the Registrar’s Office

2.   Have transcript mailed

3.   Delivered electronically, via eScripSafe Server*

·          Be sure to print out the consent form, sign and either fax or scan & e-mail directly to the Clearinghouse.  The Clearinghouse requires your natural signature in order to release your transcript.

Timeframe:  Remember that it takes 2-3 business days to process an Official Transcript and 4-5 days in peak periods.  ***Presbyterian School of Nursing transcripts prior to 2004 and Queens’ transcripts prior to 1989 will take longer. 

Fees:  Currently $7.25 per transcript.  Your credit card will be charged after your order has been completed.

Tracking:  Order updates will be emailed to you. You can also check order status or history online by going to the National Student Clearinghouse link.  Select Queens University of Charlotte from the drop down box.  Enter your tracking number and email address.  You will be able to see the status of your transcript.

Financial Holds:  If you have an outstanding financial obligation with the University, a transcript cannot be issued.  Current students contact Student Financial Services (SFS) at 704-337-2322.  Former students should contact SFS at 704-337-2500.  It is your responsibility to inform the Office of the Registrar when your account has been cleared.

*NEW FOR SPRING 2009:  ELECTRONIC TRANSCRIPT OPTION

This is the preferred method of obtaining your Queens University of Charlotte transcript.  We are partnering with eScrip-Safe, a secure Electronic Transcript Delivery Network.  You will still place your order through the National Student Clearinghouse and choose the Delivery Option:  Electronic PDF on the Recipient tab.  You will be required to enter the recipient’s e-mail address.

Benefits:

·          No additional fees

·          Immediate delivery of official transcripts

·          Extremely secure.  Transcripts will not be e-mailed.  They will be sent to eScrip-Safe’s secure server, where the recipient will retrieve the transcript.

·          Excellent tracking capabilities - we will know who and when your transcript is viewed. 

·          Easy-to-use for senders & recipients

·          Meets industry & national standards  - FERPA compliant

At this time, Presbyterian School of Nursing files prior to 2004 cannot be issued electronically.

 UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS:

Current Students:  CURRENT STUDENTS WITH ACCESS TO myQUEENS CAN NOW REQUEST THEIR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT ONLINE.  PLEASE UTILIZE THIS FUNCTION.

Former Students:  You may request an Unofficial Transcript by printing the Transcript Request Form, completing it, signing it (your natural signature -- electronic signatures are not acceptable) and returning it to the Office of the Registrar.

 Question:  Which one do I need?

Official Transcripts:

·          Generally issued to academic institutions, governmental agencies, or employers.

·          Official Transcripts bear the university seal and the Registrar’s signature.

·          Official transcripts are issued only to an academic institution, governmental agency or employer, and NOT directly to a student. 

·          Official Transcripts are issued to the institution—in care of the student  ONLY if it is to be included as part of a self-managed application packet. The transcript will be placed in a sealed envelope which may not be opened by the student. 

·          Official Transcripts cannot be issued if there is any financial obligation due to the University. 

Unofficial Transcripts:

·          Issued to the student (for advising, insurance records, etc.). 

·          An unofficial transcript bears no seal or other certifying marks and is stamped "Unofficial".

·          Unofficial transcripts may be issued directly to the student.

·          Unofficial Transcripts cannot be issued if there is any financial obligation due to the University.

·          Unofficial Transcripts are available on demand.  However, during peak periods it may take as long as 5-7 working days to process the request.

·          There is NO CHARGE for Unofficial Transcripts at this time.