External Verification Services

Third-Party Verification Requests for Enrollment or Degree Verification

For third-party verification requests from medical facilities, professional organizations, or other entities requiring proof of enrollment or degree verification, Boston University utilizes the National Student Clearinghouse.

Contact Information:

  • National Student Clearinghouse
    2300 Dulles Station Boulevard, Suite 300
    Herndon, VA 20171
    Website: degreeverify.org
    Fax: (703) 742-4239
    Email: service@studentclearinghouse.org

Please note: A fee applies for this service. The University will release only designated directory information unless a privacy preference is in effect, in which case a signed release is required.

For Other Verification Requests:

If third party requires additional information about a student or alumni (such as transcript details, probation history, or diploma verification) released, the student or alumni must contact us directly with a signed release. Please include the following details in the request:

  • Full name (including any former names)
  • Signature
  • Boston University ID number or last 4 digits of SSN
  • Date of birth
  • School attended
  • Dates of attendance
  • Degrees awarded
  • Complete mailing address or email address for the document destination