Request Transcripts

Independent Learning (IL) transcripts are FREE when sent via regular mail. Additional costs apply for expedited overnight mailing requests.

Transcript orders, including overnights, are processed on Tuesdays and Fridays, excluding holidays.

  • For transcripts to be mailed on Tuesday, the request must be received no later than 2PM CT on Monday.
  • For transcripts to be mailed on Friday, the request must be received no later than 2PM CT on Thursday.

NOTE: Requests received after these deadlines are processed on the next Tuesday or Friday.

Transcript processing will vary on the following dates:

  • Friday, November 20, 2026 – no transcripts will be sent. All requests, including overnight requests, received, or grades posted, after 2pm central time on Monday, November 16th will be processed on Tuesday, November 24th.
  • Friday, November 27, 2026 – no transcripts will be sent. All requests, including overnight requests, received, or grades posted, after 2pm central time on Monday, November 23rd will be processed on Tuesday, December 1st.
  • Friday, December 25, 2026 – no transcripts will be sent. All requests, including overnight requests, received, or grades posted, after 2pm central time on Monday, December 21st will be processed on Tuesday, December 29th.
  • Friday, January 1, 2027 – no transcripts will be sent. All requests, including overnight requests, received, or grades posted, after 2pm central time on Monday, December 28th will be processed on Tuesday, January 5th.

 

  • IL transcripts include completed coursework and final grades only.
  • IL transcripts are NOT sent electronically or by email.
  • Expedited overnight mail requests are nonrefundable.

Overnight Mailing Requests

Overnight mail requests are $20 per recipient and are processed on Tuesdays and Fridays only, excluding holidays. Expedited overnight mail requests are nonrefundable.

Overnight shipping is NOT available to the following addresses:

  • UW-Madison Offices
  • P.O. Boxes
  • International

Do NOT request overnight mailing for addresses listed above. Requests for overnight service to the address types listed above will be sent via regular mail and your payment will NOT be refunded.

Transcript Request Process

  1. Log in to your IL Student Account and go to the Courses section.
  2. Click “Request Transcript” to complete the Transcript Request form.
  3. For expedited overnight mailing requests, you can securely submit your payment.

This video guides you through requesting a transcript online from your IL Student Account. If you cannot access your IL Student Account, create a new account here. This will assist with future transcript requests or course registrations.

Alternative Ordering Process:

The following options should only be used if you are unable to access your IL Student Account. If you cannot access your IL Student Account, you have the option to:

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