Academic Evaluation for Employment in the United States
Employers and HR departments need a clear U.S. degree equivalency before they can credit a candidate's foreign education. MotaWord's evaluation reports give hiring teams exactly that, in a format they can act on.
Get your Academic Evaluation for Employment from MotaWord in a few clicks, starting at $65, with same-day delivery available for $115. Upload your documents for an instant, no-obligation quote.
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What Is an Academic Evaluation for Employment?
An academic evaluation for employment tells a U.S. employer what your foreign degree equals in American terms. It confirms that you meet the minimum educational requirements for the role, so HR can compare you fairly with U.S.-educated candidates.
Our credential evaluators compare your degree and coursework against U.S. academic standards. You get an employer-ready report in under 72 hours. Not sure which report your employer expects? Our credential specialists answer questions 24/7, whatever your time zone.
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Why You Need an Academic Evaluation for Employment
Most U.S. employers cannot verify a foreign degree on their own. An evaluation gives HR a clear answer, so they can:
- Confirm that your education meets the job requirements.
- Read your academic background in a standard U.S. format.
- Follow internal hiring policies for international candidates.
Without one, HR may hold your application until your credentials are clear. A MotaWord report gives them that answer in a format they already know.
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What Your Employer-Ready Report Includes
- A clear statement of US degree equivalency (e.g., Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral level).
- Conversion of foreign credits and grades to US academic standards, when applicable.
- An employer-ready report you can forward to HR, or that we email to your employer directly at no extra cost.
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Choose the Evaluation Your Employer Needs
Standard Evaluation
Confirms the U.S. equivalency of your foreign degree. This is the report most employers ask for.
- Delivered in under 72 hours for $65
- Same-day delivery available (order before 3 PM ET, Monday to Friday) for $115
Course-by-Course Evaluation
Choose this when your employer asks for total credits or a GPA. It lists every course with its U.S. equivalent and includes Credit Conversion and GPA Calculation.
- Delivered in under 72 hours for $120
- Same-day delivery available (order before 3 PM ET, Monday to Friday) for $200
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Why Job Seekers and HR Teams Choose MotaWord
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Upload your diplomas and transcripts through our secure portal. No mailing, no paperwork to chase.
Certified Translation in the Same Order
Documents not in English? Add a certified translation to your order, or upload translations you already have.
Ready in Under 72 Hours
Most evaluations are completed within 24 to 72 hours. Same-day delivery is available when your start date can’t wait.
Credential Specialists, 24/7
Our specialists answer questions 24/7, whatever your time zone, and help you choose the report your employer expects.
How It Works: From Upload to Employer-Ready Report
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Upload your diplomas and transcripts securely through our online portal.
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Our credential experts review your documents and determine the U.S. equivalent of your degree.
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Receive your evaluation within 72 hours, or the same day when you order before 3 PM ET, Monday to Friday.
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Submit your report to your employer as part of your application or hiring documentation.
If your employer requires the evaluation to be sent directly from MotaWord, we can email your report to them at no extra cost. Need a hard copy? We offer mailed physical copies for $35 each, shipped to any US address. You can follow your order and download your report and invoices from your MotaWord client dashboard, and talk to us via live chat at any time.
Employer Acceptance and NACES Membership
MotaWord evaluations are widely accepted by U.S. employers. Some employers ask specifically for a NACES- or AICE-member evaluation, so confirm with yours before you order.
MotaWord is not a member of NACES or AICE. That lets us offer equally professional evaluations at lower prices, delivered faster and with full price transparency.
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See a Sample Evaluation Before You Order
Enter your email and we will send you sample evaluation reports right away. You will see exactly what your employer receives.
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Not sure which report your employer expects? Compare a general evaluation with a course-by-course evaluation before you order.
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Academic Evaluations for Federal Jobs: What You Need to Know
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Frequently Asked Questions About Academic Evaluations for Employment
Many employers and HR departments need a U.S. degree equivalency before they can credit a foreign degree. An academic evaluation confirms that your education meets the minimum requirements of the job. Read how to get your degree recognized in the U.S.
Our Standard Evaluation confirms the U.S. equivalency of your degree and works for most employment applications. Some employers ask for total credits or a GPA, which requires a course-by-course evaluation. Check with your employer first. Compare the two evaluation types.
A Standard Evaluation costs $65 and is delivered in under 72 hours. Same-day delivery is available for $115 when you order before 3 PM ET, Monday to Friday. Mailed physical copies cost $35 each. Upload your documents to see your exact price.
Most employment evaluations are completed within 24 to 72 hours. If your start date or offer depends on it, choose same-day delivery and order before 3 PM ET on a weekday. Start your employment evaluation.
Yes. If your employer requires the evaluation to come straight from MotaWord, we email the report to them at no extra cost. You can also send the employer-ready report to your hiring manager yourself. Ask our team about direct delivery.
Each employer may prefer a specific evaluation type or provider, so we recommend confirming before you order. Our credential specialists are available 24/7, in every time zone, to help you pick the report that matches your employer's requirements. Chat with a credential specialist.
Yes. Our evaluators are familiar with PERM and other employment-based filings and document how your education translates into a U.S. degree. For H-1B petitions, we also offer a dedicated education evaluation. See our H-1B education evaluation.
No. MotaWord is not a member of NACES or AICE, which allows us to offer equally professional evaluations at lower prices, delivered faster and with full transparency. Read how to choose an evaluation provider.
If your diploma or transcripts are not in English, you need a certified English translation before the evaluation. MotaWord can translate them, or you can submit certified translations you already have. See what a certified translation includes.
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