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Request Transcripts

Attention: Transcripts will not be released until all financial obligations are cleared.
Please be sure to contact our office once your hold is released.


Payment and Signature release required before processing.
Telephone automated directions at (509) 963-1227.

Online Request

  1. http://www.getmytranscript.com

​All students may request online, enter either CWU ID # or SS#; however student signature may be required.

  • Students do NOT need their pin #
  • Students do NOT log into Wildcat Connection
  1. https://portal.cwu.edu/nps/servlet/portal?render=on

Students with access to the online student information system, SAFARI (1986 - current) through Wildcat Connection, may request transcripts online by navigating to one of the following paths:

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On the top left, click on Main Menu:

  • Self Service > Academic Records > Request Official Transcript >Use online request>Order or track a transcript>Order a Transcript Now!
  • Or you can select Academic Records>View Unofficial Transcript>Central Washington University>Unofficial Transcript; highlight, then copy and paste to a word document, save or print.
  • Or, Self Service > Student Center > Academics and then with the drop down menu at  "other academic" select either "Official Transcript" or "Unofficial Transcript"

Mailed Request only

Students who do not choose to use the online requests above may mail a transcript request form, with a check or money order to CWU.

To order transcripts by mail or fax:

Attention: Transcripts will not be released until all financial obligations are cleared.


In Person Transcript Request (Forms at cashiers in Barge Hall)

  • To request transcripts, fill out and SIGN the transcript form.
  • Pay the appropriate fees and submit the form to the Cashier before 2:30 p.m.
  • Transcripts will be mailed via regular 1st-class US mail within 24 business hours (3 working days).  Usually, it takes 3-10 days before the recipient receives the transcript.
  • Or, transcripts may be picked up after 2:00 p.m. the next working day with picture I.D.
  • Important: View an unofficial copy of your transcripts to verify your grades or degrees are posted.
    Please also give us your estimated first and last dates of attendance.
  • Transcripts are confidential and cannot be released to any other party without signed consent of the student.

Faxed transcript request

  • CWU does not accept faxed transcript requests.
  • Any questions? Our e-mail address is: trnscrpt@cwu.edu

Other

  • All official transcripts from other schools must be received in a sealed envelope, Attn:  CWU Admissions.
  • Transcripts from other institutions must be obtained from that institution.
  • CWU transcripts are NOT sent electronically.
  • CWU transcripts are already accessible to CWU Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions.

Processing fees for CWU transcripts are:

  • CWU does not issue free official transcripts.
  • $7.00 per copy fee for each standard mailed transcript.
  • $ 2.25 additional fee for online requests through the National Student Clearinghouse
  • $15.00 fee for each "on demand" mailed or faxed transcript.
    • On Demand Mailed (prior to 2:30 p.m.) - If there are no financial obligations pending,
      AND after the request has been received, AND payment has been made
      Then an "on demand" transcript is processed ASAP via regular 1st-class US mail.
      Most recipients receive the mailed transcripts @ 3 - 10 business days later.
    • On Demand Faxed – We transmit during regular business hours.
      A faxed transcript is NOT official.  Please include the area code with the return fax number.
  • $22.00 - A mailed official transcript $7.00 and a faxed unofficial transcript $15.00 cost $22.00 together.

 


  • $22.00 - Express Service is available for a $15.00 fee plus the $7.00 mailed transcript fee.
  • $27.00 - U.S. Postal Express is $20.00 plus the $7.00 transcript fee.
  • $32.00 - $42.00 - International Express fee varies per country @ $25.00 to $35.00 PLUS the $ 7.00 fee.
  • However, Express is NOT an option to an Ellensburg address from CWU.
  • Please include your printed email address on your transcript request. We will email you the tracking number.
     
Central Washington University
Registrar Services/ Transcripts
400 East University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7465
Telephone: (509) 963-3021 or 963-3030
Fax: (509) 963-3022
Email: trnscrpt@cwu.edu