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Clients: Educational Institutions2026-08-31T12:07:35-04:00
  • U.S. Language Services LLC

Clients: Universities, Colleges and K-12 Schools

From world-renowned research universities
to community colleges and K-12 districts.

Translations for the offices that keep student records, verify credentials and communicate with families.

A transcript in Spanish. A diploma in Korean. A recommendation letter in Arabic. Each one has to be verified before the file can move forward, and usually before a deadline.

Our certified translations are accepted by admissions committees, credential evaluation agencies and USCIS.

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Academic records and credentials

Academic Transcripts

A transcript from another country arrives with unfamiliar course names, a grading scale nobody recognizes and credit hours that do not map to yours. Our certified translations follow every line word for word and keep the original layout, grading scale and seal notations, so your staff can set our page beside the source and make the call themselves.

Diplomas and Degrees

Before a degree can be credited, hired against or licensed, someone has to confirm what it actually says. We render titles, honors, dates and issuing institutions exactly as they appear, and every certified translation is issued with a signed certificate of accuracy, so admissions committees, human resources and licensing boards can be confident the translation is a faithful representation of the original.

Admissions files that arrive in another language

Admissions Applications

Application season compresses months of work into a few weeks, and files in a dozen languages arrive with everything else. We deliver certified translations of supporting documents on expedited timelines when necessary and keep every file consistent, so no applicant is disadvantaged by the language their paperwork was written in.

Recommendation Letters

The people who write recommendations choose their words carefully, and those choices should survive the translation. We carry the writer’s emphasis and tone into English while keeping the content exact, so committees and scholarship panels weigh what the recommender actually meant.

Certified translations for every office that handles student records

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Students crossing borders

Study Abroad Programs

When your students study abroad, or students from partner schools come to you, the paperwork runs in both directions and in both languages, always against a departure date. We provide certified translations of program agreements, host institution transcripts, insurance certificates and health records so partner schools, insurers and consulates accept them the first time.

Frequently Requested Documents

Student Visas and Immigration

F-1 and J-1 files usually include documents issued in another language, and each one has to be translated before the file is complete. Our certified translations meet USCIS requirements and are accepted by immigration authorities, so advisors and families can submit with confidence.

Records that go out for evaluation

Documents for Credential Evaluation

Evaluation agencies ask for a certified translation of each academic record before they begin their review, and they do not provide the translation themselves. We prepare it and can send the finished file to the agency, to your office, or to both.

Frequently Requested Documents

Course Syllabi and Curricula

Transfer credit decisions rest on the detail of each course: contact hours, laboratory time, what the reading list contained. A faithful translation lets department chairs compare a course taken abroad against their own before awarding credit.

Frequently Requested Documents

  • Course Syllabi
  • Curriculum Outlines
  • Learning Outcome Statements
  • Laboratory and Practicum Descriptions
  • Reading Lists
  • Assessment Criteria

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Research and graduate scholarship

Research Papers and Publications

International research collaboration moves fast, and language should not slow it down. We translate papers, abstracts and grant documentation for faculty and research offices publishing, applying for funding and sharing findings across borders.

Frequently Requested Documents

  • Research Papers and Articles
  • Abstracts
  • Grant Applications
  • Research Protocols
  • Conference Proceedings
  • Peer Review Correspondence

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Theses and Dissertations

A thesis completed abroad represents years of work, and graduate schools need to be able to read all of it. We translate the full document, or the abstract alone where a program asks for it in a second language, and assign the work to a translator with experience in the subject area.

Frequently Requested Documents

  • Master’s Theses
  • Doctoral Dissertations
  • Thesis Abstracts
  • Defense Committee Reports
  • Advisor Evaluations
  • Publication Excerpts

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Funding and institutional agreements

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Financial aid offices review a family’s resources before awarding need-based aid, and those records often arrive in another language. A certified translation of bank statements, tax documents and sponsor letters lets you assess an international applicant within the same award cycle as everyone else.

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International Partnerships and Exchange Agreements

Dual-degree programs, articulation agreements and memoranda of understanding are signed by institutions in different countries and languages. We translate the text so legal counsel and academic leadership on both sides are working from the same document.

Frequently Requested Documents

  • Memoranda of Understanding
  • Articulation Agreements
  • Dual-Degree Program Contracts
  • Faculty Exchange Agreements
  • Research Collaboration Agreements
  • Joint Program Curricula

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Hiring and institutional reporting

Faculty and Staff Recruitment

Hiring international faculty means credentials reviewed by the search committee and again for the visa petition. We provide certified translations of degrees, employment records and background checks so both files are complete when human resources needs them.

Accreditation and Compliance

Accreditors, state agencies and federal programs expect institutional records in English. We translate foreign records, agreements and correspondence so the file is complete when the review begins.

Frequently Requested Documents

  • Institutional Accreditation Records
  • Program Review Documentation
  • Foreign Campus Agreements
  • Compliance Reports
  • Audit Supporting Documents
  • Government Correspondence

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Student records, from enrollment through graduation

Enrollment and Registrar Services

Registrars keep the official record for every student, including those who arrive with a file from another country. A certified translation of prior school records lets staff place a student correctly and answer verification requests years later.

Alumni and Career Services

Graduates applying to employers, licensing boards or universities overseas need their American credentials understood in the language of the receiving country. We translate diplomas, transcripts and verification letters into that language, and career services offices refer alumni to us directly.

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Returning professionals and international students

Continuing Education and Professional Certificates

Professionals returning to the classroom often hold certificates earned abroad. A certified translation lets continuing education offices, employers and licensing boards recognize prior training for admission, reimbursement and credentialing.

Frequently Requested Documents

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International Student Services

International student advisors handle housing, insurance and dependents alongside academics, and those files can arrive in another language. Translated civil and financial documents help the office meet housing, immigration and health requirements on time.

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Reaching families and hosting the public

Communications for Families

Districts are required to communicate with families with limited English proficiency in a language they understand. We translate enrollment packets, handbooks, meeting notices and program letters so every family receives the same information at the same time.

Frequently Requested Documents

  • Enrollment Packets and Registration Forms
  • Student and Family Handbooks
  • Meeting and Conference Notices
  • Special Education Documents
  • Health and Consent Forms
  • District Newsletters and Announcements

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Conferences and Academic Events

Hosting an international conference means agreements with speakers and sponsors, programs for the audience, and invitation letters for consulates. We translate all of it, in both directions, on the event’s schedule.

Frequently Requested Documents

  • Conference Programs
  • Proceedings and Abstracts
  • Speaker Agreements
  • Sponsorship Contracts
  • Visa Invitation Letters
  • Marketing and Promotional Materials

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Guaranteed Acceptance

U.S. Language Services is a corporate member of the American Translators Association. Our certified translations are accepted by USCIS, educational institutions, credential evaluation agencies and professional associations.

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FAQs

You can order most translations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through our online store. For large projects (more than 20,000 words or 50 pages), please request a quote.

General Questions

Can you expedite my translation?2026-05-15T09:33:18-04:00

We offer expedited service for over 25 language combinations, including Spanish, French, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese and German.

With expedited service, your order is given priority and you can expect the turnaround time to be reduced by 50%.

Expedited service includes a 50% surcharge.

If you require expedited service for a document in another language, please inquire regarding availability. If we are able to accommodate your request, our staff will provide you with instructions on how to proceed.

Who will translate my document?2026-05-15T12:24:56-04:00

Our translators have years of experience in the translation industry and specialize in different areas of service. Many of them have graduate degrees and certificates in fields such as law and engineering.

How do you keep my information secure?2026-06-05T13:33:44-04:00

All your information is transmitted using SSL/TLS encryption.

We never receive, store or keep your credit card information. Your credit card information is processed externally by Stripe. The same company that manages payments for companies such as Uber, Lyft, Target, Blue Apron, SquareSpace, Slack and Spotify (to name a few).

U.S. Language Services has a strict confidentiality policy. We understand that in certain cases, given the sensitivity of the information to be translated, some clients require we sign a specific confidentiality agreement (NDA). We would be happy to sign your NDA.

In what currency are your prices?2026-06-05T13:33:09-04:00

All prices — both in the online store and in quotes sent via email — are indicated in U.S. dollars (USD).

How can I pay?2026-06-08T17:38:23-04:00

We accept all major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, Klarna, Cash App, and 8am ClientPay (eCheck and credit cards).

We also offer flexible payment options. With Klarna or PayPal, you can pay in interest-free installments over several months — no extra cost to you.

Is my payment safe?2026-06-05T13:30:54-04:00
Yes. We use Stripe and PayPal as payment platforms. We never receive, store or keep your credit card information.
How is payment handled when I request a quote?2026-08-27T19:21:08-04:00

Every quote we send includes a payment link. That link can be used by you or by anyone else.

You can forward the link to a family member, a client, or any third party providing the funds. Payment is completed directly through the link and your order proceeds as usual.

If someone else pays, let us know the name or email address of the person who made the payment. There’s no need to tell us in advance. A quick note after the payment is made is enough for us to match it to your quote.

Certified Translation

What is a certified translation?2026-05-15T12:25:41-04:00

A certified translation is a word-for-word translation required for official use by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), universities, colleges, state or federal institutions and courts.

All our certified translations are issued in accordance with the regulations established by the USCIS, the institution that most frequently requires this type of document. A certified translation includes a certificate issued on our corporate letterhead signed by the translator and a U.S. Language Services representative in PDF format.

Do you provide notarization services?2026-05-19T12:44:06-04:00

Yes. We offer notarization as an add-on to our certified translations. This service is priced per document, since each translation is notarized separately with its own notary stamp and signature.

How it works:

  • Notarization is $39 per document.
  • If you don’t need notarization for all of your documents, let us know which ones you’d like notarized when placing your order.
  • Certified and notarized translations are delivered as PDF files.
  • We notarize the certified translation only — we cannot notarize your original document. If you need the original notarized, please have that done before submitting it for translation.

Example: If you’re ordering certified translations for a birth certificate, a marriage certificate, and a bank certificate, you can notarize all three documents, just one, or any combination. You’ll only pay $39 for each translation you choose to notarize.

How much does it cost?2026-05-15T13:26:27-04:00

The price for a certified translation is $39.00 per page. No hidden fees.

Each page may contain up to 250 words or fewer including numbers. Pages may be letter size (8.5″ x 11″), A4 or smaller and one sided.

For languages that use logograms, such as Chinese, Korean and Japanese, each character is considered a word.

How are the pages counted?2026-05-15T13:31:11-04:00

When you order a certified translation, the most significant variable is how the pages of the document are calculated. We take into consideration both the number of physical pages in your original document and the total word count.

Each page may contain up to 250 words. Pages may be letter size (8.5″ x 11″), A4 or smaller and one sided.

For example: A project with 2 physical pages that each contain 500 words (1,000 words total), is calculated as 4 pages (1,000 words ÷ 250 = 4 pages).

What happens if I don’t count the number of pages correctly?2026-05-15T13:30:59-04:00

Don’t worry. Our team reviews each order individually. If the number of pages is greater, we’ll contact you with instructions on how to proceed. If you ordered pages in excess, we’ll issue you a refund using the same payment method.

How long will it take?2026-05-15T12:25:05-04:00

For most common languages, including Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Arabic, Russian and Chinese you can expect to receive:

  • A 1-3 page translation in 2 business days
  • A 4-10 page translation in 4 business days
  • An 11-20 page translation in 6 business days
  • A 20+ page translation in 6+ business days

For orders in other language pairs, our team will review your document and provide you with the delivery date once you place your order.

Note: Orders placed after 4 p.m. EST (Eastern Standard Time) will be processed on the following business day. Delivery dates exclude weekends & holidays.

Do you offer expedited service?2026-05-20T13:48:31-04:00

We offer expedited service for over 25 language combinations, including Spanish, French, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese and German.

With expedited service, your order is given priority and you can expect the turnaround time to be reduced by 50%.

Expedited service includes a 50% surcharge.

If you require expedited service for a document in another language, please inquire regarding availability. If we are able to accommodate your request, our staff will provide you with instructions on how to proceed.

Note: Standard terms apply for expedited service. Orders placed after 4 p.m. EST (Eastern Standard Time) will be processed on the following business day. Delivery dates exclude weekends & holidays.

How will my certified translation be delivered to me?2026-05-15T12:13:15-04:00

All certified translations are delivered in PDF format; we do not mail physical copies.

Do you provide apostille services?2026-05-15T12:11:00-04:00

No, we do not provide apostille services.

How are currencies and units of measurement handled?2026-05-15T12:11:11-04:00

In a certified translation, currency values cannot be converted; the currency shown in the original document must be maintained.

If you need the monetary amount to be shown in a different currency, the original document must include the conversion or a note indicating the exchange rate at the time the document was issued. In such cases, only the exchange-rate note will be translated.

The same applies to units of measurement, no conversions can be made, such as:

  • inches to centimeters
  • gallons to liters
  • miles to kilometers

Standard Translation

What is a standard translation?2026-05-15T12:15:46-04:00

A standard translation is a high-quality, professional translation of documents or text-based files delivered in an editable Word file. If you require a different format (pages, rtf, txt) just let us know when placing your order using the comments field. This service is perfect for:

  • Press releases, employee manuals
  • Websites, blog posts, emails, text messages
  • Financial statements, legal contracts
  • Online stores, e-commerce, product descriptions, etc.
How much does it cost?2026-05-15T12:15:37-04:00

The price for a standard translation is $0.12 per word. No hidden fees.

For languages that use logograms, such as Chinese, Korean and Japanese, each character is considered a word.

Is there a minimum?2026-05-15T12:15:05-04:00

Yes. The minimum per document is $24 or 200 words.

What languages do you translate?2026-05-15T12:24:03-04:00

U.S. Language Services provides translation services in 35 languages. We translate both from English and into English:

  • Arabic
  • Bulgarian
  • Catalan
  • Chinese (Simplified & Traditional)
  • Czech
  • Danish
  • Dari
  • Dutch
  • Farsi
  • French
  • Georgian
  • German
  • Greek
  • Hebrew
  • Hindi
  • Hungarian
  • Indonesian
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Portuguese (Brazil & Portugal)
  • Romanian
  • Russian
  • Slovak
  • Spanish (Spain and Latin America)
  • Swedish
  • Tagalog
  • Turkish
  • Ukrainian
  • Vietnamese
How long will it take?2026-05-15T12:15:55-04:00

For most common languages, including Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Arabic, Russian and Chinese you can expect to receive:

  • A 500 word translation in 2 business days
  • A 1,000 word translation in 3 business days
  • A 2,000 word translation in 4 business days
  • A 5,000 word translation in 6 business days

For orders in other language pairs, our team will review your documents and provide you with the delivery date once you place your order.

Note: Orders placed after 4 p.m. EST (Eastern Standard Time) will be processed by our team on the following business day. Delivery dates exclude weekends & holidays.

How do you ensure quality?2026-06-05T14:48:46-04:00

Each project is assigned to a translator with experience in that field to guarantee that the proper terminology is used. In addition, all translations undergo a careful revision process before they are delivered to the client.

We encourage you to take a look at any of the more than 700 reviews we have received from satisfied clients.

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