What Is NACES?
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NACES stands for the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, a U.S.-based non-profit trade association established in 1987. It comprises independent, nongovernmental agencies specializing in credential evaluation.
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The organization sets and enforces professional and ethical standards for its member agencies, ensuring that credential evaluations are reliable, trustworthy, and consistent with industry best practices.
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Importantly, NACES itself does not perform evaluations; rather, it accredits member agencies that carry out the actual credential assessments.
Why a NACES Member Evaluation Is Important
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Since the U.S. government doesn’t oversee foreign credential evaluations, institutions rely on reputable provider associations like NACES for trusted assessments.
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NACES-member evaluations are widely accepted by U.S. universities, licensing boards, employers, and immigration agencies because they follow rigorous standards.
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These trusted evaluations fill the gap left by the absence of a federal credential evaluation body in the United States.
Types of Evaluation Reports
NACES-affiliated agencies generally offer two main report formats:
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Document-by-Document (General Evaluation)
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This provides equivalency information for the degree as a whole, without itemizing individual courses.
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Course-by-Course Evaluation
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A more detailed report that lists each course, credits, and grades, converting them to U.S. standards—helpful for credit transfers and precise academic comparisons.
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The Standards Behind NACES Membership
To maintain membership, evaluation agencies must meet strict criteria, including:
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Employing senior evaluators with at least five years’ experience in international comparative education.
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Adhering to a robust code of ethics, undergoing prescreening, and accepting annual reviews or audits.
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Remaining transparent and professional in evaluation methods—even though outcomes may differ between agencies, the process remains credible.
How FACTS Transcript Elevates the NACES Evaluation Experience
When you opt for FACTS Transcript, you’re choosing a seamless, trustworthy path to getting your credentials recognized:
Feature | Advantage with FACTS Transcript |
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NACES-Compliant Partner | We connect you with reputable, certified NACES-member evaluation agencies. |
Complete Report Options | You get both general and detailed course-by-course evaluations as needed. |
Document Preparation | We guide you in gathering transcripts, diplomas, and translations. |
Safe & Reliable Submission | Your documents are handled securely and submitted per NACES standards. |
Status Transparency | We keep you informed at every step of your evaluation process. |
Acceptance Assurance | Ensures your evaluation is recognized by institutions, employers, and authorities in the U.S. |
In Summary
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NACES is key to making your foreign academic credentials recognized in the U.S., thanks to its strict standards and trusted network of agencies.
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A NACES-certified evaluation demonstrates credibility, professionalism, and ethical handling of your academic records.
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With FACTS Transcript, you gain expert support—in document preparation, evaluation submission, and tracking—to ensure your credentials are evaluated efficiently and recognized without hurdles.
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