International credential evaluators are the lifeblood of the intercontinental educational world. These important individuals are the gatekeepers to the standardized levels of international education, ensuring that the information that is taught in schools both domestically and abroad, are on the same level of standards and practices seen around the world. But, when choosing a proper international credential evaluation service, what are some important key factors to look out for in choosing the proper organization? Below are some important key factors to look into when choosing a proper international credential evaluator.

• Make sure the agency is accredited

Unfortunately, there are some “pop-up” agencies who claim to provide services like “free evaluations” and “no-cost credit transfers”. These are, more than likely, a scam. Make sure that the evaluating agency is accredited through a accredited organization.

• Find out what type of services are provided

Some international credential evaluators offer free tools on their website to help better understand this potentially frustrating and confusing process. international credential evaluators such as WES (the World Education Services) offer tools such as a way to calculate one’s GPA according to how it is ranked against schools on an international level. Others will offer ways to be able to easily integrate into the mainstream workforce or even  have contracts with independent companies for immediate work.

• Make sure they are working for you

An international credential evaluator’s main job is to check the quality of one’s educational credits earned against those from across the world. If this process does not seem like it is happening at an appropriate rate of speed, keep in contact with your personal international credential evaluator to ensure good quality practices are being upheld. Remember: this process may take time. Do not rush to the immediate conclusion that nothing is happening after only 24 hours have taken place. On the opposite side of the coin: if four weeks have gone by and no new information has been given, make sure to get in contact with the organization.

• Pay the proper amount

On average, a standard international credential evaluation can range anywhere from $50-200 US Dollars, depending on how in-depth the international credential evaluators go in “translating” one’s grades. These basic reviews will sometimes convert the individual’s GPA and compare it to the world standards. Some of the more detailed evaluations can range anywhere from $200-400 US Dollars, and can include a full translation of one’s grades and GPA, as well as a very detailed explanation of what classes were taken, the average grade for each class, and more.

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