The Second Transcript

The Full Brandeis Experience, On the Record

Learning happens everywhere at Brandeis: in classes, research labs, internships, global study and campus leadership opportunities. The second transcript, an official record, captures students’ applied and experiential learning alongside their academic achievements, giving employers and graduate schools a clear, credible assessment of students' knowledge and skills.

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Students and a professor outside engaged in a nature challenge

Everything That Counts, Counted

The second transcript highlights independently assessed microcredentials earned through coursework, internships, research and co-curricular activities; high-impact experiences like study abroad; capstone projects and community engagement; and verifies how each skill was demonstrated and assessed. This additional transcript makes the full depth of a Brandeis education transparent.

Real-World Learning

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Through internships, Brandeis students explore interests, develop professional skills and prepare for successful careers in a rapidly changing world.

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