One of the main concerns of those who want to study in the USA or immigrate to Canada is how to transfer academic transcripts to WES from Nigeria for verification. The number of Nigerian students choosing Canada or the USA as their preferred destination for studies is increasing yearly by the thousands.
To study in these North American countries, you must first apply for a study permit or F1 visa, which several documents must accompany. These documents contain your transcripts, which World Education Services (WES) will evaluate.
An academic transcript is a document that contains information about the student’s academic performance at a particular institution. The academic transcript is usually sent to the prospective university admission office in the US or Canada.
Transcripts are crucial because they provide evidence of a candidate’s academic achievements. They also show whether the applicant has met the minimum requirements for admission into a program.
It is essential to note that the university does not accept transcripts directly from other institutions. Therefore, Nigerian students who wish to transfer their credits to a university should ensure they submit their transcripts through the official channels. And that is where the WES comes in. This article will outline the steps to transfer academic transcripts to World Education Services.
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What is WES?
World Education Services (WES) is an organization that helps people pursue their educational and professional dreams around the world. Established in 1971, WES has been a pioneer of credential evaluation and advisory services. It is dedicated to helping international students and professionals gain access to education opportunities by providing reliable and trusted sources of information.
WES evaluates academic documents from over 200 countries, allowing people to take advantage of educational credentials they have earned elsewhere while giving colleges and universities assurance of the value of these credentials when making admissions decisions. They also provide helpful advice on immigration processes involved with studying abroad.
In the case of Nigeria, Transcripts can be electronically transferred from Nigerian academic institutions to any institution in the USA or Canada through Wes. Wes has been a reliable and secure online portal that facilitates the electronic transfer of student records or documents between institutions.
So if you’re looking for guidance on furthering your educational journey to the USA or Canada, look no further than World Education Services.
What Should You Consider When Submitting Transcripts?
Check the list of required documents twice before starting the process. Please keep your WES Reference Number handy and utilize it whenever possible. To avoid delays, strictly adhere to the submission guidelines.
Remember that if you create a PIN or an expiry date for your papers, WES may be unable to access them. Therefore, maintain the confidentiality of your WES login information, and do not transmit transcripts from your email address, as WES only accepts submissions from recognized sources.
When you acquire your Educational Credential Assessment (ECA), it will be valid for up to five years. You can use it to study in the USA and Canada as well as apply for Canadian permanent residency.
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How to Transfer Academic Transcripts To WES from Nigeria
First and foremost, many Nigerian students planning to study in the USA or Canada are always uncertain about what type of evaluation they need from WES. It’s a common problem that many students face when they are looking to get their credentials evaluated for higher education. Luckily, the answer is simpler than it may seem!
Before having your transcripts evaluated by WES, ask your university or college what type of review you require. WES offers three types of evaluations: Document-by-Document, Course-by-Course, and Comprehensive Report Evaluations in the case of immigration.
Suppose you are applying for college or university admissions in the USA as a Freshman and need to submit an application with your foreign credentials. In that case, a Document-By-Document Evaluation is your best option.
On the contrary, if you wish to transfer to an American university from Nigeria or you want to go for a graduate program, then a course-by-course evaluation is recommended.
After determining the type of WES Evaluation reports you must present, you should know that there are three ways to transfer your academic transcripts to WES.
- Submission via the online platform;
- Direct Submissions; or
- Submission via email.
#1. Submission via the online platform
Most transcripts are submitted through the WES online platform because it is the quickest and most efficient method. More than 7,500 universities worldwide use the digital platform to submit transcripts online, but in order to do so, an account must be created.
Once logged in, you’ll have to choose WES as the recipient. WES will then be sent a link to access your transcripts and papers that need to be verified.
#2. Direct Submissions
Direct submission of documents may take slightly longer than online submission; however, there are two options for your institution to do this through a verified channel that is both rapid and safe:
- Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP);
- Application Programming Interface
If your school already has an agreement with WES, request that your documents be sent to WES via the verified channel. Some of the institutions that have already partnered with WES are as follows:
- Credential Solutions
- National Student Clearinghouse
- Parchment
- Docswallett
- ENIC Ukraine
- University of Benin
- Mumbai University
- University of Santo Toma’s
- The University of the West Indies, Mona
#3. Submission via email
Although online or direct submissions usually are preferred, WES does include an email submission option because not all schools are equipped to do so. The following are the email submission requirements:
- WES must be able to validate the sender’s email address via the institution’s website.
- The Registrar’s Office, the Controller of Examinations, the Graduation Department and the Exams, Awards, the Department of Student Services, or the Office of Academic Records are authorized to send the documents. Any other channel will not be accepted.
- Documents attached should be shared in a secure, immutable format (such as PDF).
- Emails must pass rigorous anti-spoofing, authenticity, and security tests.
Some of the institutions that collaborate with WES to transfer electronic documents via email include:
- University College Cork
- Coventry University
- University of South Africa (UNISA)
- University of Tehran
- Symbiosis International (Deemed University)
You can check your university’s website to see if they collaborate with WES. Please remember that you can only deliver electronic documents by email if all other methods are unavailable.
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WES Required Documents for Evaluation
When you want to have your educational credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), specific documents must be provided to process the evaluation. Getting your degree evaluation from the World Education Services (WES) without these documents is impossible. Sometimes, the documents needed depend on the type of evaluation being requested.
To ensure that all requirements are met, make sure you have the following documents in hand:
- Official transcripts from each university attended, as well as diplomas or other academic certificates awarded for completion of the program.
- Additional documentation may include supporting materials/documents such as course descriptions and syllabi, degree verifications from institutions or examination boards, or any additional evidence that supports your claim.
- Furthermore, copies of all original documents must be submitted, with certified English translations if applicable.
- The name should be as per the passport; if there is a mismatch, attach an affidavit signed by a notary public.
Be sure to provide only original copies of these documents because they must be certified by a notary public, lawyer, or school official as authentic and genuine before submission. So get ready with everything you need and start your WES evaluation process today!
Alternatives to WES – Other Foreign Credential Evaluation Services
When applying to an American or Canadian university, many Nigerian students are required to submit their academic credentials for evaluation. One of the most popular services used is WES (World Education Services), but there are other foreign credential evaluation services you should consider.
The following organizations can assist you in verifying your documents or transcripts:
- Comparative Education Service- University of Toronto (CES)
- International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS)
- International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES)
- International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)
- Medical Council of Canada (for doctors)
- Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (for pharmacists)
We recommend IQAS and CES as alternatives to WES because they are reliable. However, the processing time is longer than with WES. For example, once documentation is obtained, IQAS takes roughly six months to grant ECA, whereas CES takes about four months.
Wrap Up!
Transferring academic transcripts to WES from Nigeria is an achievable goal. With the right resources and preparation, you can ensure that the entire process runs smoothly. The steps listed above are just a few of the steps that must be taken to successfully transfer your academic transcripts.
It’s important to keep yourself organized and diligently communicate with all relevant parties throughout the transfer process. So don’t hesitate any longer; start gathering your documents and begin your transfer journey today.
If you have any inquiries or want to find out about your WES evaluation, please get in touch with us via the comment section below. We will answer your questions ASAP!
I want WES to evaluate my transcript and send to immigration in canada for express entry. Please i need a guide.
Thanks
Mrs Okurame Evelyn
If you have already got your Credentials evaluated by WES, Simply instruct WES to forward the same to the IRCC. A WES ECA is valid for five years from the date of issue. And you can continue using it for future Express Entry profiles. You can contact WES via email or call them via Telephone: (+1) 800.361.6106 to get this done for you. Thanks.
Good day sir ,
The above article is very helpful.
I’ve filled my application to Oral Robert university, Tulsa.
I received an email to forward my documents for final deliberation.
How do I register with the org and have my doc forward soon sir. The deliberation will be observed this month.
Thank you.
Please, email the department or admission officer of the department you applied into. Most atimes these institutions have different ways to apply. So pls contact your school. Thanks
Hello sir, i have ND and HND, which i want WES to help me evaluate for Canada immigration. i just want to know if i am to send only my HND transcript, or do i have to send my ND transcript as well?
Please send both Cert. to avoid any issues in the future.
Hello, I have gotten a reference number online from Wes to be taken to my 2 schools. I am married and the surname on my certificate is different from the on my passport. Although there is no point at which they ask for my passport since it’s my school that is sending it to them . I hope I am good to go?
I don’t think there will be any issues. But get your marriage cert./court affidavit for change of name handy to proof.
Hello. I want to apply to my school to send my transcript to wes for studying. I already paid for wes application and an address was sent to me for sending not email. When I contacted my school, they said they would prefer sending it by email not by courier because by courier I will pay more.
My question is since wes did not give me email address for sending, only office address and my school has wes email address, should my school send the transcript by email or send by courier?
Your school should send by courier if possible. But i have advice you follow up with an insider in your school to facilitate it quickly.