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If you earned your degree at an institution outside of the United States, you'll need to submit additional documentation to complete your Relay application. This guide walks you through exactly what's required based on your location.
Table of Contents
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What You'll Need to Submit
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Submitting a Course-by-Course Evaluation
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Submitting an Official Transcript
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Submitting an Unofficial Transcript
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FAQs
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Getting Help
What You'll Need to Submit
All applicants with international transcripts must submit a course-by-course evaluation. Depending on your Relay location, you may also need to submit an official transcript or an unofficial transcript.
Course-by-Course Evaluations
A course-by-course evaluation translates your international transcript into the American system. We only accept evaluations from organizations that are members of NACES or AICE. If you submit an evaluation from a company outside these networks, we won't be able to accept it and you'll be asked to resubmit.
Recommended evaluation services include SpanTran and WES.
Official Transcripts
An official transcript is an original copy of your academic record sent directly from your former international institution, or a copy submitted directly from your approved evaluation company that accompanies your evaluation.
Transcripts that don't meet these requirements won't be accepted, and you'll be asked to resubmit.
Unofficial Transcripts
An unofficial transcript can be a photocopy, picture, or unsealed physical transcript submitted directly by you. Unofficial transcripts are only accepted for Pennsylvania applicants.
Requirements by Relay Location
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*Pennsylvania applicants may submit an unofficial transcript instead of an official one.
Submitting a Course-by-Course Evaluation
A course-by-course evaluation translates your international transcript into the American system. This is required for all applicants with international credentials.
What Must Be Included
Your course-by-course evaluation should include:
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Name of the institution(s) you attended
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Dates of your attendance
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Credentials received
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The U.S. equivalent of your degree or credential earned
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Courses taken
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A U.S. equivalent of your credit value and grade for each course
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A U.S. equivalent grade point average (GPA)
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Proof that the degree is equivalent to U.S. accreditation
How to Submit
Evaluations must be sent directly from the evaluation company. Evaluations may also be mailed directly from the applicant, provided they are in a sealed envelope from the evaluation company. You can submit:
Digitally: Email to [email protected]
REMINDER: We only accept evaluations from NACES or AICE member organizations. Find member lists here:
Submitting an Official Transcript
If your Relay location requires an official transcript (see the table above), it must be sent directly from your former international institution or from your approved evaluation company. Transcripts that aren't sent directly from the institution or evaluation company won't be accepted, and you'll be asked to resubmit.
How to Submit
Digitally: Email to [email protected]
Submitting an Unofficial Transcript
Unofficial transcripts are only accepted for Pennsylvania applicants.
Unofficial transcripts can be photocopies, pictures, or unsealed physical transcripts submitted directly by you. Transcripts that don't meet these requirements won't be accepted, and you'll be asked to resubmit.
Requirements
Your unofficial transcript must:
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Be fully legible
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Contain the full academic record of your time at that institution
How to Submit
Digitally: Email to [email protected]
By mail: Relay Graduate School of Education Office of Admissions and Enrollment 25 Broadway, 3rd Floor New York, NY 10004
FAQs
What if I studied abroad as an undergraduate?
If you studied abroad while attending your undergraduate institution, you don't need to submit a separate transcript for that experience—as long as the study abroad credits appear on your undergraduate transcript.
Will I need a visa?
If you need a visa to work in the United States, you might. To be eligible for admission to Relay, you must secure a teaching position with one of our school partners. If you require visa sponsorship, you'll need to connect with your employer about next steps.
If you'd like to study as a full-time student in the United States, you'll need a student visa. There are two nonimmigrant visa categories for persons wishing to study in the United States, commonly known as F and M visas. Visit the USCIS website for details on student visas.
Does Relay sponsor student visas?
No. Relay does not play a role in sponsoring international student visas. Please connect with your employer regarding visa sponsorship.
Getting Help
We understand that these additional steps can be confusing. We're here to help.
Sign up for a 1:1 appointment: A member of our team can guide you through the process.
Email us: [email protected]
Additional resources:
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Study in the States: A website from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that helps international students navigate the student life cycle. Includes simple articles explaining federal rules and regulations, as well as step-by-step guides for schools and students.
