Education Translation Services: Academic Documents for Schools, Universities & Credential Evaluation

Students, graduates, and professionals applying to US schools or professional licensing boards need certified translations of academic documents. Here is what you need, what it costs, and how to get it done fast.

What Documents Need Translation?

For University Admissions

  • Academic transcripts (high school and university)
  • Diplomas and degree certificates
  • Letters of recommendation (if in a foreign language)
  • Course descriptions and syllabi
  • Research publications
  • For Credential Evaluation (WES, ECE, NACES)

  • Official academic transcripts
  • Degree certificates
  • Course-by-course descriptions (if required)
  • Credential evaluation agencies like WES and ECE require certified English translations before they process your evaluation. The translation must be complete, accurate, and accompanied by a certification statement.

    For Professional Licensing

  • Medical degrees and residency certificates (ECFMG)
  • Engineering degrees
  • Nursing credentials
  • Teaching certifications
  • Law degrees (for bar admission in some states)
  • Education Translation Pricing

    | Document | Typical Pages | Cost at Corpus Localization |
    |———-|————–|—————————|
    | Academic transcript | 2-4 pages | $39.98 – $79.96 |
    | Diploma/degree certificate | 1-2 pages | $19.99 – $39.98 |
    | Course descriptions | 3-10 pages | $59.97 – $199.90 |
    | Letter of recommendation | 1-2 pages | $19.99 – $39.98 |
    | Research abstract | 1 page | $19.99 |

    All prices are 8¢ per word or $19.99 per page — whichever is lower with 24-hour delivery included. No rush fees.

    Why Accuracy Matters for Academic Translations

    Academic documents contain specialized terminology — course names, grading scales, institutional titles, and academic credentials that must be translated precisely. A mistranslation of a course name or grade can delay your admission or credential evaluation.

    Corpus Localization translators have experience with academic documents from universities worldwide. We translate the document exactly as written, including stamps, seals, and signatures noted on the original.

    How It Works

    1. Upload your academic document at corpuslocalization.com/get-a-quote/

    2. Receive an instant quote — 8¢ per word or $19.99 per page — whichever is lower

    3. Pay securely online

    4. Get your certified translation within 24 hours

    Every translation includes a signed Certificate of Accuracy accepted by US universities, WES, ECE, ECFMG, and all major credential evaluation agencies.

    Accepted By

  • All US universities and colleges
  • WES (World Education Services)
  • ECE (Educational Credential Evaluators)
  • NACES member organizations
  • ECFMG (for medical graduates)
  • State licensing boards
  • USCIS (for immigration-related academic documents)
  • Languages We Translate

    65+ languages including Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Arabic, French, Russian, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Hindi, Japanese, German, Italian, Turkish, Farsi, and many more.

    Get Your Academic Documents Translated

    Upload your transcript, diploma, or academic document today. 8¢ per word or $19.99 per page — whichever is lower, 24-hour delivery, certified translation accepted everywhere.

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    *Corpus Localization is an ATA Corporate Member providing certified translations for academic and education purposes.*

    For academic transcripts and diploma translations accepted by WES, NACES evaluators, and university admissions offices, see our academic translation services page — including credential evaluation document requirements and turnaround times.

    Academic translation must be performed by a qualified human translator. AI-generated translations are rejected by USCIS, WES, and most academic institutions — a signed certificate of accuracy is required.

    $19.99 per page or 8¢ per word — whichever is lower, everything included — including a signed Certificate of Accuracy for USCIS-purpose document submissions, accuracy corrections for the life of the document, and 24-hour delivery on standard documents or that document is free.

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    Serving clients across the NY/NJ metro: Manhattan  ·  Brooklyn  ·  Queens  ·  The Bronx  ·  Jersey City  ·  Newark  ·  Elizabeth  ·  Paterson

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    For International Medical Graduates preparing ECFMG applications, see our ECFMG translation requirements guide — what documents need certified translation and how to avoid common review delays.

    Brazilian academic records (histórico escolar, diploma) require certified translation for WES and USCIS — see certified Portuguese translation services.

    Japanese academic transcripts and diplomas also need certified translation for credential evaluation — see certified Japanese translation services.

    Iranian academic transcripts and diplomas need certified translation for credential evaluation — see certified Farsi translation services.

    Soviet-era and Russian academic diplomas require certified translation for WES — see certified Russian translation services.

    About the Author

    Corpus Localization Team - Our team of certified translation specialists provides professional document translation services prepared for USCIS-purpose document submissions and official document use. With expertise in over 100 languages, we deliver accurate translations with 24-hour turnaround and comprehensive quality assurance.

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