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Transcripts

Find information about official and unofficial transcripts, along with course syllabuses and current and historical class schedules.

Drake University only issues official transcripts. Official transcripts do not display midterm grades, class schedules, or detailed transfer coursework. Hard copies are can be ordered through the National Student Clearinghouse to be mailed via the US Postal Service or expedited shipping. Hard copies will be printed on security paper and do not require a hand-embossed University seal.

Requests for official Drake University transcripts must be made online via the National Student Clearinghouse. Students may use this service 24 hours per day, and they may track the progress of their order. View detailed step-by-step instructions. Per the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Drake will not accept transcript requests via the phone or email.

Order a Transcript

Current students may retrieve an unofficial copy of their transcript in Self Service. Former students may retrieve an unofficial copy of their transcript through Self Service for up to one year following their last date of attendance.

Viewing Your Unofficial Transcript (How-to)

How do I order my Drake transcript?

Current and former students must order their official Drake University transcripts online via the National Student Clearinghouse.  Students may use this service 24 hours per day, and they may track the progress of their order.

How much does it cost to order my official transcript?

Each requested copy costs $10.00. A single $2.50 surcharge will be added to all orders. A $5.00 surcharge will apply to transcripts sent internationally via standard mail. Express shipping options are available at an additional charge. Payment is due at the time that the request is processed.

How can I make my payment?

You must submit valid credit or debit card information at the time you submit your request. Cash and checks are not accepted.

How long does it take to fulfill a transcript request?

Electronic transcript orders are typically fulfilled within an hour of being received. Orders for mailed or express mail are processed the following business day and can take 2-3 weeks to be delivered.

Can my transcript be sent electronically?

Yes, Drake is able to submit transcripts electronically. We can send official electronic transcripts via the National Student Clearinghouse to any email address that is provided in the request. Once the electronic transcript has been sent, Drake cannot retrieve your order to be resent. Please ensure you have the recipient’s correct email address before requesting. The electronic transcript is only available for download for 30 days. If it is not retrieved before the 30th day, it will expire, and you will have to reorder a new transcript.

Are there express shipping or certified mail options for transcripts?

Yes, Drake University offers several express shipping options depending on the destination. In addition to the transcript request fee, fees for express delivery are required to cover the cost of shipping.

Effective July 22, 2022

  • Express/United States - $39.00
  • Express/Canada & Mexico - $59.00
  • Express/International - $75.00

Drake University offers a certified mail transcript at a $12.00 surcharge. 

Can my transcript be faxed?

Drake University is not able to fax transcripts.

Can I get a refund if my transcript is not received?

Drake is not responsible for items that get lost in the mail; therefore, refunds will not be given for lost mail. For electronic transcripts, Drake will not provide refunds for transcripts that are not retrieved.

Can I cancel my order?

The National Student Clearinghouse processes transcript requests automatically and we are unable to cancel requests. Once you have submitted your order there are no cancellations. You will be charged for the order and there are no refunds.

Can my transcript request be delayed until my semester grades or degree information has been posted? 

No. Students are encouraged to check their unofficial transcript on Self Service prior to requesting a transcript. All transcripts will be sent immediately with the current information at the time they are ordered.

Who should I contact if courses are missing from my transcript?

If you are a Drake degree-seeking student, contact your academic advisor or advising specialist to review your registration. If you are a Continuing Education and Professional Development students, please reach out to Continuing Education and Professional Development Office for assistance.

I'd like to transfer credits to Drake from another institution. Where should I send my transcripts?

View detailed information about Transfer Credits.

Drake University and Continuing Education and Professional Development (CEPD) students will no longer receive complimentary transcripts.

Questions about CEPD Transcripts?

Feel free to contact Belle Cowden if you have any questions: belle.cowden@drake.edu

Course descriptions can be found in the academic catalog for the corresponding year. Academic Catalogs prior to 2004 can be found in the Drake University Digital Collections.

Academic Catalogs, 2004 - Present

Academic Catalogs, earlier than 2004

Copies of course syllabus are not maintained in the Office of the Registrar. Please contact the dean's office at the college or school of the course.

Verifications

Find information about enrollment, degree, and club or team verifications.

The Office of the Registrar provides verification services for current and former students, including enrollment, degree and third-party verifications.

Drake University partners with the National Student Clearinghouse as its authorized enrollment verification agent. Students can obtain an official Enrollment Verification Certificate through the National Student Clearinghouse using myDrake.

How to Obtain Your Enrollment Verification Certificate

Enrollment verification may be requested by:

  • Loan servicers for loan deferments
  • Insurance companies
  • Potential employers
  • Scholarship organizations
  • Other schools or educational institutions
  • Housing organizations
  • Community organizations, such as the YMCA or gyms
  • Other organizations that require proof of enrollment

Verification can only be provided for academic terms in which the student has completed registration.

When Enrollment Information Is Available

Enrollment data is available through the National Student Clearinghouse approximately one month after the start of each academic term.

If you need enrollment verification before your information is available through the National Student Clearinghouse, please email your request to registrar@drake.edu.

Enrollment Status Updates

After the initial reporting period, enrollment status is updated on a monthly basis.

Please note that changes to enrollment status may not be immediately reflected in National Student Clearinghouse reports. For example, if you move from half-time to full-time enrollment, there may be a delay before the change appears in your enrollment verification. 

Enrollment Verification FAQs

What if the semester listed is incorrect?

Drake submits enrollment data to the National Student Clearinghouse at certain times of the year. The first enrollment data report typically does not occur until about one week prior to the start of the semester. Therefore, it is possible that, even though you may be registered for a given semester, the National Student Clearinghouse does not yet have that information. If you think this is the case, then contact the Office of the Registrar to obtain an enrollment certificate directly from them.

What if my student informaiton is incorrect? 

Contact the Office of the Registrar to discuss the inaccurate information that appears on the document from the Clearinghouse.

Is there a charge for an enrollment certificate?

No, the service is free.

Can I give my parents or spouse third-party access to dounload an enrollment certificate?

No, students cannot give their parents or spouse their own third-party access to the student's enrollment certificate.

Students who need official verification of having met their degree requirements may order their official transcript, which will include degree information once the degree has been posted to their record. Students are encouraged to check their unofficial transcript on Self Service prior to requesting a transcript.

All transcripts will be sent immediately with current information at the time they are ordered.

The Office of the Registrar provides enrollment verification for official rosters of student athletic teams, clubs, and organizations. To ensure timely and efficient processing, please submit your request to the Office of the Registrar at least two weeks before the form due date. Please note that verification can only be provided for academic terms in which the student is officially registered.

Each student listed on the roster must include the following information:

  • Full name as registered at Drake University.
  • Drake ID number.
  • Student's signature authorizing Drake University to release the requested information.

All requests for verification of enrollment or degree by third parties must be placed through the National Student Clearinghouse. Requests made directly to the Office of the Registrar will be referred to the Clearinghouse. Degree verification for the most recent term is available approximately 8 weeks after the end of the term.

Verify a degree or enrollment

Click on the link to view/download a PDF letter verifying that English is the language of instruction at Drake University. 

English Language Letter

Student Records

Find information about accessing and managing your academic records, updating your student information, and other Registrar services related to your academic record.

Students can request to add or remove a major, minor, concentration, or pre-professional interest, changing a degree, updating their catalog year or graduation year, or adding or removing the Honors track. Form is accessible in the self service section of myDrake. 

Submit a Change of Record Request (How-to)

Students can view or update their personal information, personal pronoun(s), preferred first name, and emergency contact information in the self service section of myDrake. 

Viewing or Updating Your Contact Information (How-to)

Archive Information

Discover the Office of the Registrar's archival information including course catalogs, student records, and schedule of classes.

Fall 2023 or Newer

Learn more about the schedules of classes Fall 2023 or newer.

Spring 2003 to Summer 2023

Requests for information about former Drake students may be emailed directly to the Office of the Registrar. 

For additional information about Drake’s history and student life, explore the Drake University Digital Collections, maintained by the Drake University Archives & Special Collections. The collections include yearbooks, student newspapers, photographs, and more.

Drake University Digital Collections