Transcript Request
Unofficial Transcripts
An unofficial transcript is a record of your Minnesota West enrollment, grades, credits earned, and your grade point average. You will need a copy for degree planning purposes. It is always a good idea to retain a copy for your personal files. A copy of your unofficial transcript is available from your e-Services student account.
Official Transcripts
Students who plan to have a transcript sent to an institution that is part of Minnesota State colleges and universities system do not need to complete a transcript request. All Minnesota State colleges and universities are able to access a student's Minnesota West transcript electronically. If you attended the Canby, Granite Falls, Jackson, or Pipestone campus prior to 1990, you must order a transcript because other Minnesota State schools cannot access an electronic transcript.
Important Note: You must contact the Registrar's Office at the other Minnesota State school and ask them to pull an e-transcript for you. The other college will not pull in your transfer credits without contact from you.
How to Request Official Transcripts
Order Online Through Parchment
We have partnered with Parchment to offer a convenient online transcript ordering service.
- Electronic transcript: $7.00
- Paper transcript (mailed): $9.25
To place an order, you will:
- Create a personal Parchment account
- Complete the online consent form
- Submit your request and pay by credit card
Once submitted, we will process your request. Ordering online allows you to track the status of your transcript from start to finish.
Need Assistance?
If you are unable to complete your request through Parchment, please contact the Office of the Registrar at registrar@mnwest.edu for assistance.
Third-Party Orders Through Parchment
Third-party transcript requests (such as requests from employers or other institutions) must also be submitted through Parchment.
- Electronic transcript: $10.00
- Paper transcript (mailed): $12.25
Please follow the same steps outlined above to create an account and submit the request. Student consent is required before a third-party order can be processed.
transcript Information
- Official transcripts are those printed with the college seal, have the signature of the Registrar, and are issued in a sealed envelope. Some institutions will not accept a hand-delivered transcript as official; instead, it must be mailed directly from Minnesota West. Check the policy of the receiving institution before you decide to hand-deliver your transcript.
- You will need an official transcript if you are planning to transfer your classes to another college, when you apply for a scholarship or a job, or if you are registering with a state examination board. The requester will tell you if the transcript must be official.