Types of Official Transcript Submissions and Requirements
Most transcripts can be requested by contacting the Registrar’s office of your previous universities.
Boise State would like all transcripts from every higher educational institution you have previously attended. Transcripts can be sent in a variety of ways and formats.
Electronic transcripts are considered “official” when received and accessed from a secure site (i.e. Clearinghouse, Parchment, etc.) that is properly linked to the sending institution. Paper transcripts are considered “official” when they arrive in a sealed and stamped envelope with all security features intact.
Transcripts that are received in any other condition, such as transcripts that arrive in an unsealed envelope or are emailed or uploaded by the student, are not considered official.
Quick Transcript Questions
A table displaying what kind of transcripts can and can not be sent to Boise State University.Note: Most programs do not accept unofficial transcripts.
| Questions | Yes | No |
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| I haven’t finished my degree, do I still need to send the transcript? |  | |
| Can I submit an unofficial transcript?* | | |
| Can I submit a transcript that is not in English? | |
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| Can I submit an ‘In-Progress’ transcript? | | |
| Do I need to request my Boise State transcript? | |
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| I have an unopened, sealed, official transcript, can I send it to Boise State? | |
Submitting Transcripts
Institutions may send official transcripts to:
Boise State University
Graduate College
Riverfront Hall, Room 307
1910 University Dr.
Boise, IDÂ 83725-1110
ELECTRONIC TRANSCRIPTS
Official transcripts may be submitted as a secure PDF through an approved transcript services provider to gradcoll@boisestate.edu.
Approved Transcript Services:
- Credentials eScript-Safe (formerly known as Script-Safe International)
- Credential Solutions TranscriptsNetwork and Transcripts Plus
- National Student Clearinghouse
- Parchment Exchange (formerly known as Docufide and Avow Systems)
FAX
An institution may fax your transcript to 208-426-2789. To be considered official, a faxed transcript must:
- Be sent directly to the Graduate College from the institution
- Be considered an official transcript. It cannot be stamped as Unofficial or Student Copy
- Have a fax header line showing the institution name, fax number, date and time of transmission, and the number of pages.
- Be accompanied by a cover sheet that shows All of the following:
- Current Date
- Name of the institution sending the fax
- Sender’s name, fax number and phone number
- Your name
- Your Boise State Student ID number or the last four digits of your social security number
- Description of the document being faxed (Official Transcript)
- Number of Pages
At this time, Boise State University cannot accept transcripts faxed from outside the United States as official.
INTERNATIONAL TRANSCRIPTS
International applicants must submit transcripts to the International Admissions Office.  Visit the International Admissions page regarding submission of international transcripts.
UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS
You may upload unofficial transcripts for each domestic U.S. institution that you attended. Failure to list ALL colleges attended will delay the processing of your application and admission to your program.:
- If your degree(s) has been awarded, the uploaded transcript should reflect the degree(s) conferred and conferral date(s).
- Please consult the Find Your Degree Program page to find your proposed program for exact requirements. Some programs do initially require official transcripts. You may also contact your proposed program for additional questions.
Students will be required to submit official transcripts from any international institution:
- If you attended an international institution and the academic credentials are not provided in English, a translation must accompany all documents.
- For international institutions that do not print degree conferral information on transcripts, a separate certificate of degree or diploma should also be included.
For more information, please visit the International Admissions webpage regarding Official Transcripts and Marksheets.
Programs that Allow Unofficial Transcripts at the Time of Application
The following programs allow applicants to submit unofficial transcripts at the time of application. These programs will evaluate your application with unofficial transcripts.
Though unofficial transcripts can be uploaded to any application for any program, only the programs listed below will evaluate your admission requirements with unofficial transcripts. Official transcript submission is required if admitted to the program.
Please be aware of these restrictions and others for International applicants and for Domestic applicants with transcripts from non-U.S. Institutions.
Doctor of Education in Educational Technology
Doctor of Philosophy in Biomolecular Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior
Doctor of Philosophy in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior Emphasis in Global Change Biology
Doctor of Philosophy in Geophysics
Doctor of Philosophy in Geosciences
Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Science and Engineering
Education Specialist in Educational Technology
Education Specialist in Executive Educational Leadership
Graduate Certificate in Accounting Foundations (Online Program)
Graduate Certificate in Assistive Technology
Graduate Certificate in Behavioral Interventions and Supports
Graduate Certificate in Computational Materials Science and Engineering
Graduate Certificate in Computer Science Teacher Endorsement
Graduate Certificate in Conflict Management
Graduate Certificate in Cryptology Security Analyst
Graduate Certificate in Designing Accessible Online Education
Graduate Certificate in Econometrics
Graduate Certificate in Foundations in Materials Science and Engineering
Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Analysis
Graduate Certificate in Literacy Instruction for Students with Exceptional Needs
Graduate Certificate in Mathematics Instruction, Learning, and Leadership
Graduate Certificate in User Research
Master in Teaching in Secondary Education
Master in Teaching in Special Education
Master of Applied Anthropology
Master of Arts in Anthropology
Master of Arts in Biology
Master of Arts in Counseling
Master of Arts in Criminal Justice
Master of Arts in Political Science
Master of Athletic Leadership
Master of Athletic Training
Master of Business Administration Full Time Program (Career Track)
Master of Business Administration Online
— Construction Management Emphasis
— Healthcare Leadership Emphasis
— Construction Management Emphasis
— Management Emphasis
— Marketing Leadership Emphasis
— No Emphasis
Master of Business Administration Professional Program
Master of Business Administration Professional Program Concurrent with University of Idaho Juris Doctorate
Master of Earth Science
Master of Economics
Master of Education in Early and Special Education
Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering
Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering
Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
Master of Fine Arts, Visual Arts
Master of Kinesiology
Master of Science in Accountancy
Master of Science in Accountancy (Also available as Taxation Concurrent Juris Doctorate Program with University of Idaho Law school)
Master of Science in Accountancy (Foundations Program)
Master of Science in Accountancy (Online Program)
Master of Science in Biology
Master of Science in Biomolecular Sciences
Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Master of Science in Economics
Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Master of Science in Geophysics
Master of Science in Geoscience
Master of Science in Hydrologic Sciences
Master of Science in Kinesiology
Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering
Master of Science in Mathematics
Master of Science in Program Evaluation, Measurement, & Statistics
Master of Science in Raptor Biology