What is a transcript?

At HFCC, Registration & Records maintain the official permanent academic record of every student who attends the College. This record is known as a transcript and is updated as grades are received.

Is there only one type of transcript?

There are two types of academic college transcripts - "Official" and "Issued to Student". They both contain the same information.

An official transcript is a transcript sent directly from HFCC to an external agent such as another college or your employer. An official transcript is not sent to you. You may not mail or carry official transcripts to other institutions or employers. An official transcript is printed on transcript paper and bears the impression of the HFCC Seal.

You may receive an "Issued to Student" transcript on transcript paper but the "Issued to Student" stamp prevents it from being considered "Official".

Academic institutions and employers who require you to personally provide a transcript with your admission form or employment application will accept a transcript marked "Issued to Student" for interviewing purposes. An official transcript probably will be required after admission or employment.

This policy is to protect the integrity of student records and assure their accuracy.

How do I request a copy of my transcripts?

• Transcripts can be requested by letter (sent via USPS or fax) or in-person (by filling out a form at Registration).
• All requests must be in writing.
• All requests require a legal signature from the student for release. 
• Transcripts will not be released for students who have outstanding financial obligation to the college.
• Transcript requests are processed in the order in which they are received.  The normal processing time is two business days, however, during peak times and registeration, this time period may be longer.
• Your transcript is the record of your accepted transfer credit and your classes at HFCC. This entire document will be sent. Partial transcripts are not issued.
• Transcripts from other schools are not issued.  These must be obtained directly from that institution.

Requests made by letter should contain the following information:

• Your name (please type or print)
• Previous names while attending HFCC
• Current address and telephone number
• Social Security number or student ID number
• Date of birth
• Approximate date of last attendance
• Your signature
• Name, address, zip code of the person/ institution the transcript should be sent to.
  

Mailed Requests

Requests for transcripts should be mailed to:

Registration & Records
Transcript Request
Henry Ford Community College
5101 Evergreen Road
Dearborn, MI 48128

As of January 1, 2008 there is no transcript fee.

Faxed Requests

Requests for transcripts can be Faxed to 313-845 - 6464.  As of January 1, 2008 there is no transcript fee.

How long does it take to receive my transcript?

In-person, "Issued to Student" transcripts are available on demand if you have attended after Fall 1990.

Official transcript requests are mailed out within 2-3 business days of receipt.
HFCC does not FAX transcripts.

If you last attended prior to Fall 1990, an additional day may be required to locate your record.

If you have questions, please call 313-845-6403 during regular business hours.

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