The University of Lagos, shortened UNILAG, is one of the popular universities in Nigeria that is known for impacting their students positively. This university has an academic record that contains all the necessary academic performance of every student that passed through it and this record is called a transcript.
There are two major types of UNILAG transcript, which are official and student transcripts. You can get these transcripts by applying for them through the portal that is dedicated to it. You can get your UNILAG official transcript by applying through the new application portal or by visiting the student portal to begin your application. We are going to shed more light on this topic and other related aspects of this article as we progress with our discussion. Stay tuned!
Types of Transcript in UNILAG
Currently, there are two major types of transcripts in UNILAG. They are:
- Official transcript
- Student transcript
The official transcript is for formal or official use. This is the type of transcript that is normally sent to the World Education Service and it is accepted globally. On the other hand, the student transcript is not for official use. They are given to students for their personal use. While the official transcript is accepted worldwide, the student’s transcript has limited acceptance.
Details to Apply for University of Lagos Transcript
When you want to apply for a UNILAG transcript, there are necessary details that you are going to fill in to enable you to get the transcript. The details are listed below:
- Matriculation number
- Date of birth
- Surname
- Functional phone number
- Program type
- Recipient’s email address, etc.
Once you have these details handy, you can start applying for a transcript at UNILAG.
How to Get University of Lagos Transcript
There are different types of transcripts in UNILAG, and the application process for each of them varies. So, the application process that you are going to follow when applying for an official transcript will be different from the one that you are going to use when applying for a student transcript. However, there is a general method that you can follow when applying for a UNILAG transcript. We are going to discuss each of these methods one after the other. Let’s proceed.
General Procedure for Getting University of Lagos Transcript
The general method that you can follow when applying for a transcript in UNILAG is detailed below:
- Visit the UNILAG application portal at New Application.
- Enter your matriculation number in the space provided and click next.
N/B: If you have forgotten your matriculation number, you can click on the forgotten matric number button to reset it.
- Once you input your matric number correctly, your dashboard will display your details, like names, contact details, phone number, email address, etc.
- Check your details and if they are correct, you can proceed to the next step, but if not, you can log in again, ignore your matric no section and tap on next to continue.
- Choose the appropriate programme (course of study), document type (i.e., transcript) and the exact number of copies you need.
- Now, you will need to tap on the ‘YES’ icon If you entered UNILAG through UNILAG diploma or direct entry, choose your diploma programme, enter your diploma matriculation number, and the session you got admitted.
- At this point, you’ll need to choose the destination and your preferred dispatch method for receiving the transcript.
- Next, you will need to pay for the transcript using UNILAG-accredited payment methods.
- Once you complete the payment, you are going to receive confirmatory mail notifying you of your successful payment.
- Finally, you are done and you can track the processing stages of your transcript using tracking methods. We are going to shed more light on that in the subsequent section.
How to Get University of Lagos Official Transcript
If you want your UNILAG transcript to be sent to the World Education Service (WES), you can follow the steps below to apply for that:
- Go to records.unilag.edu.ng/Applications
- Input your matriculation number and click on the ‘Next’ option to proceed.
- Check your details when they display on your dashboard
- Select your program and document type (transcript)
- Choose WES as your destination
- If you got admission to UNILAG through their diploma or direct entry program, you should click on the ‘YES’ option, choose your diploma program, diploma matriculation number, and session. You should also add your WES REFERENCE NUMBER and submit.
- Pay for your transcript using approved methods
- After paying, you are going to receive a confirmation email.
- You can track the progress of your transcript after some days.
How to Get University of Lagos Student Transcript
You can also get a student transcript from UNILAG for personal use. It is an unofficial copy of the transcript that UNILAG gives out to students, which they can use at will. If you want to get your UNILAG student transcript, follow the simple steps below:
- Visit UNILAG students portal at studentportal.unilag.edu.ng
- Sign in to the portal
- Look under the results menu option and select the ‘Students Academic Transcript.’ under it.
- Now, put your current email address and choose the programme that you want to get the transcript for.
- Make payment for your transcript
- Once the university has processed your transcript, they will send it to the email address you provided.
Important Information About UNILAG Transcript
Now that you have successfully applied for a transcript at UNILAG, let’s see some of the important dos and don’ts as you wait and track your transcript processing stages. They are listed below:
- UNILAG cannot send official transcripts to individual address
- Student cannot collect their official transcript by hand
- UNILAG can’t send official transcript to any third, irrespective of their status
- The institution cannot send official transcript to companies or organisations for the sole purpose of employment
This means that you should bear all these things in mind whenever you are applying for a UNILAG official transcript.
UNILAG Transcript Tracking
After applying for your UNILAG transcript, you will need to follow up the processing stages by tracking it. The good thing is that the University of Lagos has an organised system that you can use to keep track of your transcript after applying for it. To track your UNILAG transcript, follow the steps below:
- Visit Track Application and click on the ‘View Details’ option to see the dispatch date for your transcript.
- Once your transcript has been dispatched, you will receive an update on the stage of the delivery through the email address you provided when you applied.
- You are going to see your transcript tracking number on your portal once the processing has been completed
- To see the current status of your application, you will need to enter your tracking number on the courier website that works with UNILAG, such as PEACOCK: www.peacockaviation.com, FedEx: www.redstarexpress-ng.com, DHL: www.dhl.com or UPS: www.ups.com, depending on the one dispatching it.
N/B:
You can’t track transcript dispatch done through NIPOST because there is no tracking number for it. So, if you want to track your transcript, then you will need to use courier services.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does UNILAG transcript take?
The duration that it will take for students to get their UNILAG transcript is not fixed; it is dependent on many factors, like the transcript type, destination, dispatch method, number of applicants that applied before you, etc. If the destination of the transcript is Nigeria, with courier dispatch and few numbers of applicants, there are high chances that it will take a short time for you to get your transcript.
Is a Student Copy of a Transcript Official?
No, a student transcript copy is for unofficial and personal use. It can’t be used for official purposes.
How much is an UNILAG transcript?
As of the time of composing this comprehensive guide, the processing fees for the UNILAG transcript are ₦10,000. However, the dispatch fees vary depending on your preferred method. For soft copy (i.e., email) delivery, it costs ₦3,000, while if you want file upload or World Education Services (WES), it costs ₦15,000 each. So, you may likely spend about ₦25,000 or ₦13,000 depending on the dispatch methods.
