Can I get Wes evaluation for free?

Designed for immigrants, employers, and service providers, this FREE online tool gives a preview of what an international degree is worth in the U.S.

Can I get WES for free?

WES Degree equivalency tool is avaialble online for free. Find your degree equivalent in Canada before paying WES fees for assessment. Some Degrees may not be listed.

Is WES qualification check free?

A Document-by-Document evaluation costs $100.00 and a WES Course-by-Course evaluation costs $160.

How much is WES fee?

A: The cost of Wes fee is about 250 CAD, equivalent to 188k in naira, but this can differ depending on the type of evaluation assessment.

Is there an alternative to WES evaluation?

The US Department of Education lists AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.) and NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) organizations. You will need to check with your institution or employer to see which recognizing body they are members or affiliates of.

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How do I request a WES evaluation?

How long does it take for WES to process?

Processing Time: The standard processing time for a credential evaluation is seven (7) business days after receipt, review, and approval of all documents, and payment in full. IRCC applications require 30 business days for processing.

How long is WES valid for?

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) established the five-year expiry policy for a few reasons, including that ECA providers may periodically update policies, equivalencies, and evaluation decisions within five years of the report's original issuing date.

Is WES mandatory for USA?

While many universities in the USA may require applicants to submit credential evaluations through organisations like WES (World Education Services) to assess the equivalence of international educational qualifications, some institutions may not have this requirement.

How much does it cost to evaluate a transcript?

Most general evaluations cost $75-$150, most course by course evaluations are $150-$250. Specialized evaluations are more expensive. Please make sure to select the right evaluation for your needs by seeing a sample before ordering your own.

Does WES evaluation expire?

WES credential evaluations do not expire.

Applicants can log in to My Account and order a duplicate copy for any recipient such as an institution, employer, or licensing board. Copies are typically sent within one to two business days.

What are WES requirements?

WES Evaluation Eligibility & Requirements:

You must have completed at least one year of post-secondary education. Your educational institution must be recognized by an approved government body of the respective country. You must have official transcripts sent directly to WES from your educational institution.

How much is the WES renewal fee?

You can extend the validity of your WES report by paying a renewal fee of CAD $25. To extend the validity of your report, you will need to log in to your WES account and click on the "Renew Report" button.

How can I equivalent my degree in USA?

Applicants can request an evaluation from a member organization of one of the two national associations of credential evaluation services: National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) is an association of 19 credential evaluation services with admission standards and an enforced code of good practice.

What happens after WES evaluation is completed?

What is the next step after WES evaluation? Once the WES evaluates your documents, the report is sent to your location mentioned in the application form.

Does WES give GPA?

If your previous school GPA is not calculated on a 4.0 scale, you may choose to have your GPA calculated through World Educational Services (WES) International for a small fee at: https://www.wes.org/calculator/loginapp.asp.

Do international students need WES?

WES evaluation is required for immigration purposes because immigration authorities need to verify the authenticity and equivalency of foreign academic credentials before granting visas or work permits.

Can I apply to Canada without WES?

Many immigration pathways into Canada, including Express Entry, require an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA). WES is designated by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada to provide ECAs.

Is WES different for US and Canada?

WES evaluation done for an U.S university cannot be used for immigration to Canada. In fact, WES evaluation done to a Canadian university is even not applicable for immigration. There is a specific tab in WES Canada website for evaluation for IRCC Canada. Only WES done for IRCC can be used for immigration purposes.

What is WES score?

WES evaluation is a comparison of an aspirant's academic accomplishments to the US or Canadian standards. This evaluation not only helps the universities, but also employers, immigration, and licensing boards with your educational qualifications.

What is the full form of WES?

World Education Services (WES) is a nonprofit organization that provides credential evaluations for international students and immigrants planning to study or work in the U.S. and Canada. Founded in 1974, it is based in New York, U.S. It also has operations in Toronto, Canada. World Education Services. Founded. 1974.

What is WES digital badge?

Your WES Digital Badge allows you to easily share your academic achievements online, in real time. Badges provide verification of your past academic accomplishments. They can be securely shared on the internet (through channels such as email and social media).

What is the purpose of WES?

WES verifies candidate credentials and provides your business with a clear, consistent analysis of their educational qualifications. WES Evaluation Reports will help strengthen your international hiring practices and mitigate risk by hiring qualified employees.

How does WES send transcripts?

An online platform is the most common way of sharing electronic documents with WES. The academic institution that issues your documents may have its own online platform or it may use a third-party provider. The electronic documents are issued as digitally signed and certified PDFs.

Does WES work on weekends?

Representatives are available Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST. If possible, please include your WES Reference Number. This will likely expedite your request.