Enrollment/Degree Verification

Minnesota West Community & Technical College has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to act as agent for verification of student enrollment and degree status. The verification service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Clearinghouse receives data electronically from Minnesota West Community & Technical College and, in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), dispenses the information electronically to current students or agencies and organizations requiring proof of enrollment.

Student Status is defined as:

Full-time status 12 or more hours
Half-time status 6-11 hours
Less than half-time 1-5 hours

Note: For students who need GPA or grades reported, an official/unofficial transcript is available from the Registrar's office.

Professional or Business Organizations/Companies

The National Student Clearinghouse provides instant electronic verification of student degrees and student enrollment to employers, employment agencies, credit card companies, background search firms, travel companies, and various other businesses that offer products or services based on an individual’s status as an enrolled student.

Agencies and organizations are required to contact the Clearinghouse at www.degreeverify.org for Minnesota West Community & Technical College student enrollment information.

National Student Clearinghouse
13454 Sunrise Valley Road, Suite 300
Herndon, VA 20171
Phone: 703-742-4200
Fax: 703-742-4239