You May Need a Credential Evaluation Service
A foreign credential evaluation service provides interpretation and assessment of a foreign educational document. Evaluation companies typically offer a range of services, such as equivalency assessment, language translation, and document verification or authentication. An evaluation service is usually required for international travelers with a foreign credential who are seeking employment, professional licensing, academic study or training in the United States. We recommend checking with the school or employer if an official evaluation is required for you.
Most evaluation companies are for-profit though may have partnerships with educational institutions or employers for a discounted rate, so we recommended to ask before ordering an evaluation. The competitive market of credential evaluation services provides an advantage for the consumer. You will be able to select a service based on a variety of factors, such as:
Cost per document
Completion time
Company reputation
User-friendly website
Partnerships with employers or educational institutions
Expertise with the geographic region or institution that provided your credential
Ordering a credential evaluation (ex. transcript, degree certificate) requires submitting an online request and identifying the type of service you are seeking. For a transcript evaluation or degree equivalency, you will need to submit copies or original documents. These may come from you, your school, or governmental ministry or department of education. Importantly, you must understand what documentation you need to provide, how it must be provided, and how long the evaluation process will take. Umoja Education Consulting can guide you through these steps. An official evaluation may be required before an admissions decision or employment offer will be provided.
Official evaluation reports can be valid for a few years. The school, company, or organization may maintain a list of recommended service providers, so we recommend asking.
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