Certification for UW Graduates
An Official Transcript may be requested through Parchment for degree verification purposes.
Graduates of the University of Washington will not be able to receive a Degree Certificate through the National Student Clearinghouse.
Certification for UW Faculty and Staff
- Students can provide a copy of their unofficial or official transcript
- Student Database (SDB)
- Electronic Advising Record System (EARS)
- Email the Registration Team from your uw.edu email stating that you are a faculty or staff member needing an Degree Certification. Be sure to include the student’s full name and student number with your request.
Certification for Non-UW Third Parties
UW students may provide a copy of their official transcript to any entity requesting proof of a Degree Certification.
The University does not verify degrees or enrollment for third parties via email, fax, or mail. Third-party entities may purchase one from the National Student Clearinghouse.
Special Investigators and other government employees are encouraged to use DoD Safe when completing background investigations on students. DoD Safe links should be sent to the Registration Team.
Emailed or faxed release forms containing Social Security Numbers are strongly discouraged, as these methods are not encrypted or secured.
Out of Scope Verifications
The Office of the University Registrar (OUR) only verifies enrollment and degrees awarded from the University of Washington.
OUR does not provide verification for:
- internships
- residencies
- fellowships
- certificate programs
- previous employment at the University of Washington or UW Medicine