Secondary (High School)
The original* hard copy of the following:
- Reifeprüfungszeugnis/Reifezeugnis (Maturity Examination Certificate) or other secondary school diploma indicating all examinations taken and grades received.
- Academic/Examination records – Abschlussprüfungszeugnis, Jahreszeugnis, indicating all courses taken and grades received
Vocational/Professional Education – (Berufsschule, Berufskolleg, Pädagogische Akademie, etc.)
The original* hard copy of the following:
- Reifeprüfungszeugnis, Diplomprüfungszeugnis, Abschlusszeugnis, etc.
- Academic records – Jahrezeugnisse, Abschlusszeugnisse, Studentafeln, etc., showing all courses taken and examination results for each year of study completed.
Post-Secondary (University)
For completed programs we require the Diploma Supplement, indicating all courses taken and grades, received sent directly to FACS by the issuing institution. We also require you to send FACS a photocopy or scan of both sides of your degree/diploma in the original language.
For incomplete programs we require the official academic transcripts, indicating all courses taken and grades received, sent directly to FACS by the issuing institution.
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*An original document is the first issue document given to the student from the institution, typically at the completion of studies or at the time the degree/diploma is awarded. These documents are usually printed on security paper, have a raised seal, are stamped with ink, or include a signature of authorized personnel.
General Information for All Applicants
This is important! To save time for both you and us, please keep the following in mind:
Secondary Credentials (High School) are only required if one of these conditions exists:
- Your potential employer or school needs to see your high school studies.
- Your high school education included Advanced Level Studies
FACS only uses official educational documents when preparing your evaluation. Do not send photocopies or scans of your educational documents.
Documents not issued in English must have official translations completed and sent to us.
Do not have your school send your documents until AFTER applying for the evaluation.
If your educational institution requires a written document request, please use our Academic Records Request Form. Fill out your details, and a PDF will be emailed to you. You may then submit this PDF to your educational institution. They will complete their portion of the form and submit it to FACS with your official records.
Mailing address:
FACS, Inc.
105 West Vandalia Street, Suite 120
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62025
United States of America
Email address (for educational institutions only):
Email: [email protected]