Academics
Academic Services
Mission
The Office of the Academic Services advances the academic mission of the university by being the source of truth for all academic data and policies; delivering responsive, people-centered service; stewarding academic records with integrity; and ensuring compliance and clarity in academic policy. We partner with students, faculty, staff, and leadership to support student success, inform decision-making, and provide a seamless academic experience from initial enrollment through degree conferral.
Vision
To be a trusted institutional authority and strategic partner, recognized for expertise in academic policy and data, excellence in service, and leadership that strengthens student success and university decision-making.
Transcript Request
Current and former students who need to obtain an official copy of their academic transcript can contact Academic Services. Transcripts can be sent either electronically or by mail.
Graduation
Academic Services organizes the commencement ceremonies for students that plan to graduate in May or December. This event has a rich tradition and is a time for celebration.
Academic Appeal Requirements
Academic Services provides a launch pad for students who wish to appeal their academic suspension status. As students work through their appeal, Academic Services serves as a point of contact and clarification.
Degree and Diploma Questions
One of Academic Services primary duties is to help Lindenwood University students receive the diplomas they have earned. Academic Services oversees diploma printing and reprinting, maintains student degree audits, and helps students apply for their degree.
Transfer Credit
Academic Services reviews all transfer credit coming into Lindenwood University. Students with questions about their transfer credit, advanced placement credit, CLEP tests, and International Baccalaureate testing can contact [email protected].
Enrollment and Degree Verifications
If a Lindenwood student needs to verify their enrollment or degree, Academic Services can help. Students can contact the Academic Services office or visit the National Student Clearinghouse to request verification of their enrollment or their conferred degree.
National Student Clearinghouse
13454 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 300
Herndon, VA 20171
Phone: (703) 742-4200
Fax: (703) 742-4239
Honors and Awards
Each year at the Honors Convocation, Lindenwood University bestows awards on students who exhibit leadership, high academic performance, and professional promise.
Information Request
Academic Services is Lindenwood’s key steward of student records. Students wishing to grant permission to Lindenwood to disclose all or part of their education records to a third party must first complete this form.
Academic Services
Transcript orders must be purchased on the Parchment website.