The Office of the Registrar aspires to be an exemplary model of service and execution of duty through emphasizing collaborative efforts, integrated services, efficient processes and student success. The Office adheres to the guidelines on professional practices and ethical standards developed by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO). We also comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) to ensure the accuracy, security and integrity of students’ academic records.
Office of the Registrar
All You Need to Know to Request a Transcript
Trident offers you assistance in securing your official transcripts (excluding military, CLEP, and DSST) when applying as a new student, simply fill out the Transcript Release Authorization Form. However, it is ultimately your responsibility to make sure that your official transcripts have been received by Trident.
Trident University is happy to fulfill your request for a transcript of your Trident records. The cost is $10 per copy. Please allow 3 to 5 business days for processing. We can’t release transcripts if you have an outstanding financial obligation to Trident.
Order Transcripts Online
If you’re a current or former student, you can order your transcripts via the Student Portal. If you need help with your username/password, email us.
Order via Email or Fax
Complete the Official Transcript Request Form and fax it to 714-276-6589 or email it to the Office of the Registrar.
FERPA
In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Trident University will require written permission from students in order to release any information from a student’s record (excluding directory information). However, FERPA permits non-consensual disclosure in certain circumstances and in cases where legally required. Complete the FERPA form and email it to the Office of the Registrar.
Need to Change Your Name, Program or Concentration?
If your name has changed and you need to update your student account, complete the Name Change form and email it to the Office of the Registrar. Remember you may update personal information (address, phone, and email) within the MyTLC portal.
If you would like to change your program or concentration, please log into the MyTLC Portal under “My Requests” to submit your request.
All Other Student Forms
If you need to request a withdrawal from a course or courses after the end of the session, complete the Retroactive Withdrawal Petition form and consult with your Financial Aid Advisor to ensure that your aid will not be impacted by the withdrawal.
If you feel your prior coursework may satisfy one or more of your current program requirements, please complete the Transfer Credit Collaboration form.
If you are an undergraduate student and have tried all reasonable efforts to obtain and deliver your official transcripts from prior schools, you may submit the Authorization to Close File form for consideration.
