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TOR (Transcript of Records)

Abbreviation: TOR

Official PHL university record of all courses, grades, and degree status — required for many applications.

TOR (Transcript of Records) is the official PHL university record showing your courses taken, grades earned, GPA, and degree completion status.

Required for:

  • PRC board exam application
  • CSC eligibility application
  • Foreign embassy visa applications
  • Graduate school applications
  • Employment requiring degree verification
  • Government job applications
  • Immigration applications

How to request:

  • Apply at university registrar's office
  • Pay processing fee (₱100-₱500 typical)
  • Processing time: 3-30 days (varies)
  • Some universities offer online ordering

Variants:

  • Open TOR (sealed envelope) — for applications
  • Closed TOR (loose pages) — for personal use
  • Authenticated TOR (with red ribbon) — for foreign use
  • Apostilled TOR — for Hague Convention countries

What it means for you:

  • Get one early in your career — keep updated copy
  • Foreign use requires apostille/authentication (additional process)
  • Lost TOR: request replacement from university
  • Some universities slow — plan ahead for time-sensitive applications

Frequently asked questions

What is a Transcript of Records (TOR)?
A TOR is the official record your Philippine university issues showing every course you took, the grades you earned, your GPA, and your degree status. It is required for PRC board applications, CSC eligibility, graduate school, employment, and visa applications.
How do I request my TOR?
Apply at your university registrar, pay the processing fee (typically ₱100–₱500), and wait about 3–30 days depending on the school. For foreign use you also need it authenticated (red ribbon) or apostilled.

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