Official Transcript

Official Transcript – is stamped with the Bemidji State University seal and signed by the Registrar. It is generally used to send to other colleges/universities or employers who request an official transcript.

Bemidji State University has authorized Parchment, a digital credentials service, to provide online ordering to current and former Bemidji State University students.

NOTE: When placing an order, be sure to use Firefox or Chrome web browsers on a desktop or laptop computer. Other web browsers and mobile devices are not compatible when placing an order in Parchment.

To request an official transcript, you must login or register by creating a new account. If you have already registered, please enter your Email and Password to the left and click Sign In.

If this is your first time using the online order system, please click Create Account and enter the required information. Once your account is created you will be able to request transcripts online and track the status of your orders.

When requesting a transcript, please be aware of the following:

  • Past due balance/hold on record– A transcript cannot be issued if a past due balance or student financial global hold is on the record.
  • Processing time is two business days– If expedited service/express delivery were selected and the order was placed before 2:00 p.m. CST, processing will occur the same day the order was placed.
  • Multiple transcripts– Multiple hard-copy transcripts sent to one recipient will be sealed in individual envelopes and mailed in one package.
  • End of semester grades– For transcripts to include the most recent grades, be sure to select “After Grades” as the processing option. End of semester grades are finalized approximately 10 business days after the last day of finals. Payment is received at the time the order is placed.
  • After degree is awarded– For transcripts to include the earned degree, be sure to select “After Degree” as the processing option. After degree transcripts are finalized approximately 20 business days after the last day of finals. Payment is received at the time the order is placed.

Transcript Delivery and Payment Options

Method Charges Description
Mail $8.00 per transcript Transcript will be mailed to the requested recipient via regular 1st class U.S. mail within two to three business days of order. Allow sufficient time for delivery by U.S. Mail; up to 3 weeks for international mail.
Hold for Pickup $8.00 per transcript Transcript will be available for pickup in the Registrar’s Office, Deputy Hall 100, two business days after receiving the transcript order.
Email-Secure PDF $8.00 per transcript Transcript will be emailed to recipient within two business days of order. Transcript is emailed in pdf format through a secure transmission. Adobe Reader is required to view.
FedEx (within US) TBD Transcript will be sent via Federal Express within one business day of order to the requested recipient.
FedEx (Mexico & Canada) TBD Transcript will be sent via Federal Express within one business day of order to the requested.
FedEx (International) TBD Transcript will be sent via Federal Express within one business day of order to the requested.

Unofficial Transcript

Unofficial Transcript – is not stamped with the university seal or signed by the Registrar.

Coursework prior to 1975 is not available on the web. You will need to request a copy of your record by sending an email request to records@bemidjistate.edu