How Much Does an Official Replacement Diploma Cost?

An official replacement diploma is issued by the school, college, university, district, or authorized records custodian—not by a private document service. Fees and processing rules vary, so the most reliable price is the current one published by your issuing institution.

What affects the cost of an official replacement diploma?

Schools set their own replacement fees. The final amount may depend on the type of credential, whether a printed or electronic format is available, shipping destination, expedited handling offered by the institution, and any authentication or notarization process required for a legitimate official use.

Before you submit a request, ask the records office:

• What is the current replacement fee and does it include shipping?
• What identity or graduation information is required?
• Does the reissue use the current design, signatures, or a reissue notation?
• What delivery formats and timing does the institution currently offer?
• Who handles records if the school has closed, merged, or changed names?

Budget for the official route—not assumptions

There is no universal price or timeline. Avoid relying on a generic estimate when the diploma will be used for an official purpose. The school’s registrar or records office can confirm the correct process, payment method, and delivery choices for your situation.

Official record versus a display copy

If you need an official academic credential, transcript, verification, licensing documentation, or admissions record, request it from the issuer. If you simply want a framed keepsake, a gift for family, a prop, or an extra copy for personal display, a personalized non-official display copy may be appropriate.

HeyCongrats offers personalized display copies, not school-issued credentials. They must not be used to verify education, apply for a license, gain admission, satisfy an employer, or misrepresent a qualification. For a display-only need, see the Diploma Maker collection.

Plan the details before ordering a display copy

Choose the product and options that match your display project. Have the name, school wording, degree or program wording, and dates you want displayed available before starting. Where an eligible product presents proof review, it is a paid option; it is not included automatically.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use a display copy for a job or licensing application?

No. Use records sent or verified by the issuing institution when an employer, licensing body, school, or government agency needs official proof.

Does an official reissue have to look exactly like the original?

No. An institution may use a current format or signature set. Ask its records office what the current replacement will show.

Where can I get help choosing the right route?

Read the Replacement Diploma FAQs for decision support, or contact the issuing school for official-record guidance.

Next step

• Need an official reissue: contact the school or authorized records custodian.
• Need a non-official display copy: browse the Diploma Maker collection.
• Still comparing options: see the Replacement Diploma FAQs.