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Important Information for Former CRTIHS Students

Cyprus Research and Technology Institute for Higher Studies (CRTIHS)

Closure of CRTIHS Campuses and Centers

By the end of 2009, all CRTIHS campuses and centers were permanently closed after losing accreditation. The institution, a private, non-profit organization, was unable to maintain enrollment levels, faculty retention, and financial stability. The effects of the Great Recession likely contributed to its closure.

Academic and Financial Records

Following the closure, CRTIHS retains custody of all academic and financial records of former students.

Key Information for Former Students:

• Online request and fulfillment services are available for CRTIHS transcripts.

• Transcripts can be requested by anyone who completed a course at any CRTIHS campus or center.

• Processing time: 6 to 8 weeks depending on seasonal demand.

• Important: We highly recommend applying early to avoid processing delays, especially during peak periods.

Transcript Attestation and Certification Process

To request transcript attestation and certification, please follow the five-step process below:

Step 1: Pay the bank transfer for the service fees as specified.

Step 2: Attach the proof of bank transfer to the Registrar Services online form.

Step 3: Complete the Registrar Services form, providing your Student ID number.

Step 4: Select the destination where you would like your transcript sent.

Step 5: Submit the application form for processing.

Enrollment and Degree Verifications

Enrollment verifications, degree verifications, and duplicate diplomas for former CRTIHS students are processed by the Registrar Services, which is outsourced to a certified third party. Student have to pay the fees and attach along with proof of payments

Privacy and Security

• All information is held in strict confidence and released only in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended in 1995, and location-specific privacy regulations.

• If the law prohibits the release of your transcript without written authorization, we will require written consent from the student before releasing certified copies.

CRTIHS Degree Attestation Process

The Registrar Services can provide:

• A certified copy of the transcript

• A copy of the custodian letter

• A letter of enrollment verification

• A notarized copy of the CRTIHS diploma

Note: All these documents are provided only upon receiving written permission from the student with proof of payments.

How We Send Attested Documents:

• Registrar Services will email certified documents only to authorized recipients, including:

  • Government agencies

  • The State Department and embassies

  • Universities and schools

  • Employers and employment verification agencies

• Documents will be sent as per the student’s specific request.

Important Timeline for Degree Attestation

• Processing time: 6 to 8 weeks

• Recommendation: Apply well in advance to avoid delays, especially during peak seasons.

Employer Verification Requirements

• If your employer requires an attested or verified diploma, the same request process applies.

• If you do not require the original diploma to be attested, you may send a copy of the diploma to Registrar Services for processing.

Final Notes

• Requests are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Seasonal demands (e.g., graduation periods, start of semesters, and application deadlines) may extend processing times beyond the standard 6 to 8 weeks.

• Apply early to ensure timely delivery of requested documents.

For further details, visit the Registrar Services portal or contact our support team for personalized assistance.

Cyprus Research and Technology Institute for Higher Studies (CRTIHS) remains committed to supporting former students by ensuring secure, accurate, and timely access to their academic records and certifications.