How to Submit and Order Transcripts

What is the Difference Between Official and Unofficial Transcripts?

  • An official transcript is a sealed document or verifiable electronic/PDF of your academic record at Sierra College. You can order an official electronic/PDF transcript or a sealed official paper transcript. An electronic/PDF transcript is considered official for the recipient only. When re-sent, electronic/PDF transcripts become unofficial. 
  • An unofficial transcript is free. It shows your academic record, but cannot be used for official purposes.

How to Submit Official Transcripts from Other Schools

You can send Sierra College the official transcripts from your previous schools by mail or by email.

If you have ordered electronic official transcripts, please have them sent to this email address when prompted: transcripts@sierracollege.edu

If you have ordered a sealed physical copy of your official transcripts, please send them to:

Sierra College
Attn: Admissions and Records
5100 Sierra College Blvd.
Rocklin, CA 95677

How to Order Official and Unofficial Sierra College Transcripts

Current Students

Current students include students who attended Sierra College within the past year.

If ordering unofficial transcripts, use mySierra. No signature authorization is required.

  1. Log into mySierra.
  2. Click on the “Grades and Transcripts” link.
  3. Click on the “Order My Official Transcript” or “Order My Unofficial Transcript.” Note: Make sure your browser allows pop-up windows from Sierra College.

If ordering official transcripts, you will be taken to the Parchment site and will be offered Processing Options. Click on the “Order” button and enter your information, including:

  • Your Sierra College student ID or Social Security number
  • Your current name, address, and daytime phone number
  • Any other names you used while attending Sierra College
  • Dates or approximate dates you attended Sierra College
  • Complete name and address of each of the intended transcript recipients

If you wish to view/print your unofficial transcripts, there is no confirmation or order that needs to be placed.

  1. Student selects levels (Credit or Noncredit). 
  2. Click “Submit” and the unofficial transcripts will display. Tip: Save the unofficial transcripts as PDF before attempting to print the screen, as it will not print directly from the screen.

Past Students

Past students include students who attended Sierra College more than a year ago.

Order official transcripts online via Parchment.

You will be required to submit a signed and dated authorization form within Parchment to complete your transcript request. Once you submit your transcript order, you will be prompted to provide the authorization for your order. Follow the instructions noted and choose the best option for your authorization.

Past students can not access unofficial transcripts online. You can pickup a printed unofficial transcript at a Sierra College Admissions and Records office. If you would like to designate a second party to pick up your transcripts for you, please review the second party transcript pick-up requirements.

Second Party Transcript Pick-Up Requirements

A signed written authorization is required for second party pickup (i.e., Parent/guardian, sibling, spouse, friend, etc.).

They will need:

  • Designated pickup person’s valid photo ID
  • A signed authorization letter from the student ordering the transcript that includes:
    • Statement of Authorization specifying who can pick up the transcript
    • Student’s full name, contact number, and date of birth
    • A copy of the student’s photo ID  and student’s Sierra College ID number

Helpful Transcript Resources and Tips

Processing Options for Official Transcripts

Your first two official transcripts from Sierra College are free. Depending on the processing option (listed below) you choose, you may incur costs for shipping and rush services using Parchment.

For orders with attachments or IGETC/GE Certifications, allow 5-7 business days for processing. If an attachment or IGETC is not on file, additional processing time may be required. You will be notified when your order has been processed. 

Electronic/PDF transcript delivery service to another school on the Transcripts Network

  • Automatically processed upon completion of order (only if logging on with mySierra)
  • Costs $7 per electronic/PDF transcript after first two free transcripts
  • Supports delivery in multiple electronic formats (PDF/EDI)
  • IGETC/GE Certification is not available with this option

Rush service with in-person pickup

  • Available for pickup after 12pm next business day (after authorization has been received) at the Admissions and Records office on the Rocklin Campus
  • Cost $15.00 per transcript
  • Authorized pickup available on the Rocklin Campus only
  • Transcripts can be picked up by the student or authorized second party with a photo ID. View second party pickup requirements.
  • IGETC/GE Certification is not available with this option

Standard mail services (Domestic)

  • Takes 5-7 business days to process (does not include mailing time) after authorization has been received
  • Costs $7 per transcript after first two free transcripts
  • Copies can be mailed to your home or another institution
  • Allow 5-7 business days for processing attachments and IGETC/ GE Certification. If an attachment or IGETC is not on file, additional processing time may be required

Standard mail services (International)

  • Takes 5-7 business days to process (does not include mailing time) after authorization has been received
  • Costs $9.95 per transcript after first two free transcripts
  • Copies can be mailed to your home or another institution
  • Allow 5-7 business days for processing attachments and IGETC/ GE Certification. If an attachment or IGETC is not on file, additional processing time may be required