Navigating Boston College Transcript Ordering: A Comprehensive Guide

Obtaining your academic transcript from Boston College is a straightforward process, primarily managed through the National Student Clearinghouse (NSCH). This article provides a detailed guide for current students and alumni on how to request and receive their official and unofficial transcripts.

Official Transcripts for Current Students

Current Boston College students can easily request official transcripts through the Agora Portal, using the transcript request link. The National Student Clearinghouse (NSCH) is the authorized vendor for delivery of official Boston College transcripts. There is a $5.50 charge per electronic transcript and a $7.75 charge per paper transcript (all fees are paid directly to National Student Loan Clearinghouse).

Official Transcripts for Alumni

Alumni can request official transcripts by logging into the National Student Clearinghouse transcript ordering site to submit a request. The fees are the same as for current students: $5.50 for electronic and $7.75 for paper transcripts, payable directly to the National Student Loan Clearinghouse.

Unofficial Transcripts

Unofficial transcripts are available as hard-copy documents only. They may only be requested and picked up in person by the record-holder with a valid BC or government ID in the Office of Student Services. Unofficial transcripts cannot be sent by Boston College electronically to the record-holder or any third-party.

Key Information Needed for Ordering

When requesting transcripts via NSCH, students must know their Eagle ID number. In addition to Eagle ID number, a student's social security number (SSN) is required as a secondary security measure when requesting transcripts via the NSCH. For international students without SSNs, the Office of Student Services recommends using 999-99-9999 in the SSN field.

National Student Clearinghouse (NSCH)

The National Student Clearinghouse (NSCH) is the authorized vendor for delivery of official Boston College transcripts. Orders must be placed through the National Student Clearinghouse. You will need a credit card to process your order. Paper and electronic official records are supported. No rush processing or express shipping is available. For assistance with the ordering process, please utilize My Student Center. Please note: processing fees will still be charged by the Clearinghouse in the event you are owed a transcript without charge from Urban College. For other questions about your transcript, please contact Registration Services.

Transcript Delivery Methods and Processing Times

Electronic and paper transcript requests will be processed in 1-3 business days. Historical transcripts (those prior to 2001) may take several additional days for processing.

Apostille Services

Some foreign governments and agencies require that diplomas, transcripts, or enrollment verifications be certified with an apostille. An apostille is a document issued by the Massachusetts' Secretary of the Commonwealth that verifies the authenticity of the signature on the document; the capacity in which the person signing the document acted; and the identity of any stamp or seal affixed to the document. The apostille is a specific form of authentication for countries that participate in the Hague Convention of 1961. The Secretary of the Commonwealth's office is the only agency in Massachusetts that is authorized to issue an apostille or certification for a notarized document going to a foreign country. Massachusetts does not certify out-of-state documents. They must be certified by the state of origin.

Additional Information and Resources

Proxy Access

Students may grant access regarding their course and grade information to their parents (or advisors, etc.). To enable proxy access, go to the Agora Portal and click "Grant Third Party (Proxy) Access to My Account" (under Account and Personal Info).

Considerations Regarding School Closures and Record Maintenance

Prior to 2010, non-degree granting schools were required to maintain transcripts for five years, and degree granting schools were required to maintain transcripts for 50 years. As of January 1, 2010, schools are mandated to permanently maintain transcripts. (94900. In the event of a school closure, the school is obligated to provide a custodian of records - someone a student may contact to obtain a copy of their transcript. In some cases, a closed school will provide copies of transcripts to the Bureau. School’s student records that are currently in possession of the Bureau are listed below. For requesting a transcript from the Bureau, please use the "Transcript Request Form" form. For additional information on recently closed schools, please visit bppe.ca.gov/students/guide.shtml. For assistance following the closure of your bureau approved school, contact the Office of Student Assistance and Relief. If you do not find your school listed below and you believe your transcripts have not been destroyed, then you may request information regarding the custodian of record by using the contact form. Please include as much information about the school as possible. The Office of Student Assistance and Relief (OSAR) was created within the Bureau to assist California’s prospective, current and past students of private colleges. OSAR provides prospective students information on making informed decisions when choosing a college and also information on their rights when attending a bureau approved private college. OSAR provides current and past students of private colleges information about their rights, filing a school complaint, and resources available to them (including potential reimbursement from the Student Tuition Recovery Fund). OSAR also provides one-on-one guidance to help students access State and federal relief programs, and free nonprofit resources. 525 N. 111 N. 222 S. 1060 E. 229 E. 782 N. 910 W. 1101 N. Mt. 583 S. 3799 E. 1000 S. 1225 W. 190th St. Ste. 71930. (a) Except as provided in subdivision (b), an institution shall maintain all records required by the Act and this chapter and that relate to the institution's compliance with the Act and this chapter for at least five years at the institution's primary administrative location in California. 71930. (a) An institution shall maintain all records required by the Act and this chapter.

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