For international students who have graduated from universities in China and wish to immigrate or continue their studies in the USA or Canada, obtaining an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) is a crucial step. This process ensures that your foreign degree, diploma, or certificate is verified for its validity and equivalency to those in the destination country. An ECA is often required for both immigration and educational purposes, providing assurance that your academic qualifications meet the standards set by institutions and government authorities in North America.
What is an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)?
An ECA is an official evaluation used to assess the authenticity and equivalency of educational qualifications earned outside the USA or Canada. It determines how your degree or diploma compares to those granted by educational institutions in the country you are planning to move to. Whether you are applying for immigration, such as through Express Entry to Canada, or seeking to further your studies at a North American university, an ECA is a key document in your application.
Why Do You Need an ECA?
If you graduated from a Chinese university and are planning to study or immigrate to Canada or the USA, you will likely be required to submit an ECA as part of your application. The ECA verifies the following:
The authenticity of your degree, diploma, or certificate
The equivalency of your foreign degree in relation to North American educational standards
Your academic credentials to prospective schools or immigration authorities
Who Requires an ECA?
An ECA is necessary for individuals who:
- Are applying for immigration to Canada (e.g., through the Express Entry system)
- Plan to pursue further education in the USA or Canada
- Wish to have their academic qualifications recognized for employment purposes
How Does the ECA Process Work for Chinese University Graduates?
The process of obtaining an ECA for Chinese university graduates involves the verification of your degree certificates and transcripts. This includes Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees.
At ChinaSchooling, we offer professional and efficient ECA services tailored to meet the specific needs of Chinese university graduates. Our services cover all the necessary steps for verifying your academic documents within China.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of how we assist you through the process:
Document Submission: You will be required to submit scanned copies of your degree certificates and transcripts.
Document Verification in China: We work with official verification agencies in China to authenticate your educational documents. This process ensures that your credentials are legitimate and valid.
ECA Processing: After verifying your documents, we submit them to the designated assessment body (such as WES, IQAS, or others) for evaluation.
Receiving the ECA Report: Typically, the process takes about 1-2 months to complete. Once the assessment is finalized, you will receive your ECA report, which confirms the equivalency of your Chinese academic credentials.
ECA Providers: WES, ECE, IQAS, and Others
When applying for an ECA, it’s important to choose the right evaluation body. Some of the most recognized ECA providers include:
World Education Services (WES): One of the most popular providers for Canadian immigration and educational assessment.
International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS): A Canadian government-approved agency for ECA.
International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES): An alternative evaluation body for Canadian immigration.
Our services primarily facilitate the verification process in China, while fees charged by organizations like WES or IQAS will be handled separately. We ensure that all required documents are properly verified, which helps avoid delays in the assessment process.
Costs and Timeline
While our ECA services cover all document verification fees within China, additional fees may apply for the actual credential assessment by WES or other ECA providers. The verification process typically takes 1-2 months from the submission of documents to the receipt of the final ECA report.
Contact Us for Professional ECA Assistance
At ChinaSchooling, we are dedicated to providing seamless and reliable support for Chinese university graduates seeking an ECA for immigration or educational purposes. We understand the complexities of this process and are here to guide you every step of the way.
For more information or to start your ECA process, contact us via WhatsApp at (86) 131 6009 5025. Our team is ready to assist you in securing your verification and achieving your immigration or educational goals.