Transcripts
Transcripts
Transcript Information
Transcript Fees
Ordering Your Transcript
Transcript Request Form
TRANSCRIPT INFORMATION
- Transcripts for all former and current students are issued upon receipt of a written request, signed by the student. E-mail and telephone requests are not accepted.
- The Records Office does not fax transcripts.
- Transcripts will not be released for students who have an outstanding financial obligation to the college. Please contact the Student Financial Services toll-free information number, 1-866-705-0200, if you have questions regarding your account.
- Transcript requests are processed in the order in which they are received. The normal processing time is 3 - 5 business days, however, during peak times and registration, this time period may be longer.
- Official transcripts will be sent to the address indicated on the request. If so desired, they will be mailed directly to students in a sealed envelope. Transcripts mailed to students will be stamped "Issued to Student".
- The fee for an official transcript is $3.00 per copy. Next day service is $10.00 per copy. For next day service, the request must be received by 4:00 p.m. The transcript will be produced in 24 hours, excluding requests submitted on Friday. Next day requests received on Friday will be ready on Monday.
- Next day service means that the transcript will be available for pick-up or will be mailed the day after the request has been received. The Records Office cannot be responsible for the length of time the transcript is in the mail. Special mailing fees are listed below. There is no charge for an unofficial transcript. However, if next day service is requested for an unofficial copy, the fee is $10.00.
- Official transcripts bear the signature of the Registrar and the school seal.
- Your transcript is the record of your accepted transfer credit and your classes at Columbia College. This entire document will be sent. Partial transcripts are not issued.
- Transcripts from other schools are not issued. These must be obtained directly from that institution.
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TRANSCRIPT FEES
- Unofficial
no charge
- Official (3-5 day processing time)
$3.00 per copy
- Next day service (official or unofficial)
$10.00 per copy
SPECIAL MAILING FEES
(Subject to change without notice)
SPECIAL MAILING FEES
(Subject to change without notice)
- DHL
(Note: DHL will not deliver to a Post Office box.)
$6.00
- Post Office Express
(For express mail to Post Office boxes.)
$13.65
ORDERING YOUR TRANSCRIPT
NEW FEATURE
- The National Student Clearinghouse has been authorized to provide transcript ordering via the web. You can order your transcript using any major credit card. Your card will only be charged after your order is completed.
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To order a transcript, login to the Clearinghouse secure siteThe site will walk you through placing your order, including delivery options and fees. You can order as many transcripts as you like in a single session. A processing fee will be charged. Order updates will be e-mailed to you, and you can track your order online.
ORDERING IN PERSON, BY MAIL, OR FAX
Transcripts can be requested in person at the Records Office or in writing with the appropriate fee enclosed. You may send a letter or print the Transcript Request Form located further down on this page. The following information must be included in your letter:
1. The name under which you attended Columbia College.
2. Your dates of attendance.
3. Your Social Security Number or OASIS student identification number.
4. The complete address to which the transcript should be sent.
5. The number of copies you are requesting.
6. Your signature to authorize the release of the transcript.
7. Inform us if you want the request held for end-of-semester grades, a grade change or a degree posting.
8. The appropriate fee must be enclosed. Checks or Money Orders should be made out to Columbia College. Please write your Social Security Number or OASIS (student ID) number on the check or Money Order.
2. Your dates of attendance.
3. Your Social Security Number or OASIS student identification number.
4. The complete address to which the transcript should be sent.
5. The number of copies you are requesting.
6. Your signature to authorize the release of the transcript.
7. Inform us if you want the request held for end-of-semester grades, a grade change or a degree posting.
8. The appropriate fee must be enclosed. Checks or Money Orders should be made out to Columbia College. Please write your Social Security Number or OASIS (student ID) number on the check or Money Order.
Payment can also be made on-line by credit card at https://web2.colum.edu/onlinepayment/
If you pay on-line with a credit card, print out a receipt and mail it with your transcript request or fax the request and receipt to (312) 344-8073.
Mail the request to:
Records Office
Columbia College Chicago
600 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Il 60605
Columbia College Chicago
600 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Il 60605
If you require any additional information, contact the Records Office at (312) 369-7224.
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TRANSCRIPT REQUEST FORM
This form can be printed and sent to the Records Office to request your transcript. Use a separate form for each request.
This form is available as a GIF image (14k) or as a PDF (12k, requires Adobe Acrobat)
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