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Confirm degrees, diplomas, enrollment dates, and school names. Domestic and international coverage, results in your dashboard.

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Elementary school teacher in a classroom
200+
Countries covered
2-day
Average turnaround
$10 + PT
Per verification
<1%
Dispute rate
What we offer

Education verification, all in one place.

From high school diplomas to graduate degrees and professional licenses. Domestic or international, Turn handles the lookup and returns results to your dashboard.

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US education verification
Verify education credentials at any level, from high school and GED through doctoral programs, against institutional records.
  • High school, GED, and equivalency credentials
  • Associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees
  • School name and dates of attendance
  • Degree type and major field of study Graduation or completion date
  • Enrollment status for current students
International verification
Verify credentials earned outside the US. Turn's in-house team handles documentation collection and contacts institutions directly.
  • Credentials at any level in 200+ countries
  • Degree received and course of study
  • Dates of attendance
  • In-house team starts within one business day
  • Documentation collection when needed
Professional credentialing
Verify active licenses and certifications from the issuing bodies. Catch expired credentials before a candidate starts work.
  • Respirator fit tests (OSHA)
  • Pulmonary function testing
  • Audiometric testing
  • Skin examinations
  • Return-to-work evaluations
How it works

From order to results in 4 steps

No phone tag with registrars. No paper forms. Turn manages the process end to end so you get results in your dashboard.

Add to package
Add education verification to any screening package, or run it standalone. Choose domestic, international, or both.
Candidate provides details
Candidates enter school names, dates, and degrees through a mobile-friendly portal. One workflow, no extra steps for them.
Records verified
Turn checks institutional databases and contacts schools directly when needed. Results typically return within 2 business days.
Results in dashboard
Verified records appear in your Turn dashboard alongside all other screening results. Review and take action from one place.
Why it matters

Credentials are misrepresented more often than you think

Nearly half of candidates misrepresent their education on a resume. In regulated roles, that creates real liability. Turn verifies the record so you don't have to take anyone's word for it.

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44% resume inaccuracy rate
About 44% of candidates misrepresent education details, including degrees, schools, and graduation dates.
Diploma mill detection
Some institutions mimic legitimate universities. Turn flags suspicious schools when records do not match verified data.
No FCRA lookback limit
Education verification has no FCRA lookback limit. Degrees can be verified regardless of when they were earned.
Required in regulated industries
Healthcare, finance, education, and law enforcement often require verified degrees. Skipping this creates audit risk and liability.
Pricing

Simple, per-verification pricing

Pay per check. No monthly minimums, no seat fees. Add education verification to any screening package or run it on its own.

Single degree

$10+ PT / verification
  • Verify one degree (highest earned)
  • School name confirmed
  • Dates of attendance
  • Graduation status
  • Domestic coverage
Popular

Up to 3 degrees

$25/ verification
  • Everything in Single degree, plus:
  • Verify up to 3 degrees
  • High school through doctorate
  • All school names and dates confirmed
  • Degree type and major for each

International

Custom pricing
  • Credentials at any level
  • 200+ countries covered
  • In-house verification team
  • Documentation collection support
  • Starts within one business day
Compliance

Screening that's compliant by default

Turn's education verification process is built around FCRA requirements and candidate privacy protections. Written consent is collected before any check runs, and adverse action workflows are ready to go when you need them.

FCRA compliant
Candidate consent is required before verification. Disclosure and authorization are included in the workflow.
EEOC aligned
Results exclude demographic data. Your team receives only the information needed for consistent hiring decisions.
FERPA aware
Student records are protected under FERPA. Turn manages privacy requirements and secures proper authorization.
Adverse action
If a discrepancy appears, workflows guide you through required pre adverse and adverse notice steps.
Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is education verification?

Education verification is a background check that confirms a candidate's education history: schools attended, degrees earned, dates of attendance, and certifications. Turn verifies this information against institutional records and databases, and contacts schools directly when needed.

What does an education verification show?

A verification returns school name, enrollment dates, degree type and major, graduation date, and credential status. It does not include GPA, grades, disciplinary records, or transcripts. The focus is on confirming that the degree and school claimed by the candidate match institutional records.

How far back can education verification go?

There is no FCRA lookback restriction on education verification, unlike criminal background checks. You can verify any degree regardless of when it was earned. The 7-year rule that applies to certain criminal records does not apply here.

How long does education verification take?

Most verifications complete within 2 business days. Database matches can return the same day. Delays happen when schools respond slowly or records are archived. International verifications may take longer depending on the institution and country involved.

Can I verify international education credentials?

Yes. Turn verifies education credentials at any level in 200+ countries. The in-house verification team starts within one business day and collects documentation from candidates as needed. You do not need a separate vendor for international checks.

Can I bundle education verification with other checks?

Yes. Turn lets you combine education verification with criminal background checks, employment verification, drug testing, and more in a single package. Candidates complete one workflow, and all results return to your Turn dashboard in one place.

Disclaimer: The resources provided here are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. We advise you to consult your own legal counsel for questions related to your specific practices and compliance with applicable laws.

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