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PDF Option only available through the Credentials System

Tarleton State University has appointed Credentials Inc. as the designated agent for processing and sending official electronic PDF transcripts on behalf of Tarleton State University. The PDF transcript that is produced using this service contains the identical information as the printed transcript and can be certified as unaltered by uploading the file to the company’s website that is provided during the delivery process. Credentials Inc. has been granted the authority to deliver all such electronic transcript requests on behalf of Tarleton State University and respond to any inquiries regarding the transactions.

Order Official Transcripts Online

Current students, former students, and alumni may order transcripts online 24/7 using the TranscriptsPlus System (Credentials System). Payment must be made by credit card. Credential Inc. is a vendor that provides this service through an agreement with Tarleton State University and a service charge of $2.40 per transcript if you use this service. The service is secure and encrypted and is the most convenient way to order a transcript.

Current students also have access to their grades and student records (including Unofficial Transcripts) through DuckTrax by logging into myGateway. Below are steps to take for ordering an official transcript via the TranscriptPlus System (Credentials System) if accessed through myGateway.

  1. Select the Online Services & Financial Aid tab
  2. Select the Student Records link
  3. Select the Official Transcript link
  4. Students will be directed out of DuckTrax and to the Online Transcript Order form through Credentials Inc.
  5. The Tarleton State University and Credentials, Inc information privacy policy requires that you provide a signed form authorizing release of your academic transcript before your order can be processed.
  6. The form will be available at the end of this order process. Print, sign, and mail or fax this form to the number provided on the form. Your order will be processed upon receipt of this form unless you have requested that it be held for degree or grade posting.

Some orders may qualify for "Automatic Authorization" without your signature. To qualify, your order must meet the following criteria:

  • Credit card name must match your name on University records
  • Two of the following: Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Students ID - must match the values in University records.
  • There are no attachments that need to be included with your transcript.

Courses taken at Texas A&M University-Central Texas, formerly known as Tarleton State University’s Killeen Campus prior to Spring 2013, were accredited through Tarleton State University and will be available through the TranscriptPlus System. Courses taken Spring 2013 and after are accredited through Texas A&M University-Central Texas and can be ordered through the A&M-Central Texas website.

Student academic records prior to Fall 1987 will not be available through the TranscriptPlus System. Please review the other options available for requesting an official Tarleton State University transcript.

Order Official or Unofficial Transcripts by Mail

Students attending the Stephenville, Fort Worth, Midlothian, Waco and Online campuses may request an official or unofficial Tarleton State University transcript by completing the Transcript Request Form and submitting it to the following address.

Office of the Registrar
Tarleton State University
Attn: Transcript Request
Box T - 0620
Stephenville, TX 76402

Order Official or Unofficial Transcripts by Fax or Email

Students attending classes in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Midlothian, Waco, and Online may request an official or unofficial Tarleton State University transcript by completing and signing the Transcript Request Form and faxing it to the Office of the Registrar in the Stephenville campus at 254-968-9389.

The Transcript Request Form can also be emailed. Please follow the steps:

  1. Print the Transcript Request Form
  2. Sign the form (We cannot accept electronic signatures, or a typed name in the signature line, please sign the form prior to submitting it).
  3. Scan it back to your computer
  4. Email it to transcripts@tarleton.edu
Order Official or Unofficial Transcripts in Person

Students may request and receive official or unofficial transcripts in person. A photo ID is required when picking up an official transcript.

Stephenville Office

Stephenville students may request and pick up an official transcript at the Office of the Registrar, please stop by Texan Services located in the Tarleton Center 1333 W. Washington St., Stephenville, TX 76401. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Turnaround time on some transcripts may be same day, however other transcripts may take one or more days. To make sure you will be able to pick up your transcript the same day, please contact our office at 254-968-9121.

For expedite transcripts processing, you can request a transcript using the Transcript Plus System (Credential System) online and pay for this service using a credit or debit card.

Additional Information

If you have questions regarding your transcript or the status of your transcript request, you may contact the Office of the Registrar in Stephenville at transcripts@tarleton.edu. For more information, watch our instructional video on how to order a transcript.

To learn more about information included on a transcript please review understanding my transcript.