Florida State students and alumni may establish online credentials files to assist in applying for:

• A position in public K-12 education.
• Admission to a graduate school for graduate or professional study.
• A professional position at a higher educational institution.
• A position in fields such as nursing, social work and library science. (Other fields generally do not use credential files as part of their selection procedure.)

A charge of $20.00 is required to initiate the file. Each set of credentials mailed cost $4.00 per request, $5.00 for files with 21-30 pages. Charges will be billed through Student Financial Services (http://fees.fsu.edu). Credential files will be maintained for a period of ten years unless notified otherwise. To establish a credentials file, log in to SeminoleLink and complete the online Credentials Registration Request Form. A credentials file may consist of the following:

• Letters of recommendation
• Research summary (optional)
• Course listing(s) (optional)
• Vita or resume

Three letters of recommendation are the norm for a formal application for graduate school or a professional position. If applying for graduate school, professors with whom you have studied or worked with would normally write these letters. If applying for a position, the letters might come from professors, former employers or supervisors in field-related work.

To establish a Credentials File with FSU Career Center's Recruiting Services:

1. Log into SeminoleLink with your blackboard FSUID and password. (If you do not have an FSUID or cannot remember it or your password, please visit http://campus.fsu.edu)
2. Select the "Credentials" tab at the top of your desktop.
3. Read the instructions & submit your request to initiate the file by checking the corresponding box and clicking on "I am interested"
4. Within 2 business days, we will review your request and you will receive an email with additional information and the next steps.

• Once approved, you'll be ready to:
  • Complete your "Personal Data Form" under the Credentials tab
  • Begin uploading your resume, vita or other documents under the "Documents" tab
  • Begin requesting letters of recommendation

For further information, contact Recruiting Services at 850.644.3459.