What is a PDF delivered Transcript? Answer…Hide…
The original content of the official transcript is converted into a PDF document and delivered via eSCRIP-SAFE™ to designated institutions. The original format and presentation of the official transcript remain unaltered.
What is actually delivered through eSCRIP-SAFE™? Answer…Hide…
The school's entire official transcript including the key/legend and Statement of Authenticity are sent as a PDF and has an identical format as a paper transcript. A cover page designates SCRIP-SAFE® as an authorized transcript delivery agent for the institution and contains extractable meta-data useful to the recipient.
Are PDF transcripts different from traditional printed transcripts? Answer…Hide…
No. Transcript design and content are identical; including the legend/key and the Statement of Authenticity.
Yes. The electronic transcript is delivered directly to your computer! No paper required!
Is the electronic PDF transcript as safe as a paper transcript?Answer…Hide…
Yes, students do not have access to the electronic transcript, nor do they have access to the eSS secured network. Only authorized senders and receivers that have been vetted and approved by SCRIP-SAFE™ are granted access.
What are the advantages of the electronic delivery of a transcript? Answer…Hide…
- Delivery is immediate and tracking and confirmed delivery reports are available.
- More reliable than surface mailing and no additional fees incurred from overnight mailing.
- Electronic transcripts do not require scanning into document imaging systems.
- Less paper.
Do I need any special software or configuration on my computer to receive the transcript? Answer…Hide…
No, only an Internet browser and a PDF reader are required.
Are there situations in which eSCRIP-SAFE™ can’t be used? Answer…Hide…
School records that have been imaged or photocopied can not be delivered using eSCRIP-SAFE™.
After registering how do I retrieve the electronic transcript? Answer…Hide…
You will be notified by eSCRIP-SAFE™ when new transcripts are ready to retrieve. Simply logon to the eSCRIP-SAFE™ Web site to view your new transcripts and download and save to your desktop. Once retrieved, the receiving school has three options to retain the electronic transcripts: (1) saving it to the institution's document imaging system; (2) saving it electronically as a PDF document; or (3) printing to paper.
I successfully retrieved the document and saved it on my desktop, but I cannot open it. Answer…Hide…
Electronic Transcripts are PDF documents and require use of appropriate software such as the free copy of Adobe Reader® (7.0 or higher) to read.
I successfully retrieved the document, but DID NOT save it on my desktop. Can I retrieve the document again from the Web site? Answer…Hide…
Electronic Transcripts are available on the eSCRIP-SAFE™ Web site for 24 hours after initial viewing. After 24 hours the transcript is deleted from the system and will not be available. The 24 hour clock does not begin until the transcript is first viewed.
How do I know the electronic transcript is valid? Answer…Hide…
First, each institution sending transcripts appoints eSCRIP-SAFE™ as an authorized delivery agent. Second, only institutions vetted and approved by SCRIP-SAFE® are allowed to participate in the eSS delivery network. Further, all participating high schools and colleges must be accredited. Finally, while the transcript remains within the trusted network, there is an inherent guarantee that the transcript is original and unaltered. If the PDF transcript is electronically saved outside of the trusted network, a unique eSCRIP-SAFE™ service called DOC-SAFE Security™ enables immediate on-line verification. Bottom Line: The eSCRIP-SAFE™ transcript sent is the transcript you received!
