University of South Florida

The USF Career Center offers an online credential file service through a partnership with Interfolio, a credential management service. This service is for the Ph.D. who needs to send academic credentials to a search committee, for the undergraduate who needs to send application materials to graduate and professional schools and for the student seeking employment in teaching and/or research fields and requires a credential file as part of the screening process. Using Interfolio allows you to securely store, update, manage and request referrals of documents in your credential file. You will find a link to Interfolio at the bottom of the page.

Benefits of the on-line credential service include:

24/7 availability & control. Electronically-maintained files are available anytime, anywhere from a standard web browser. You control everything: adding documents; deleting documents; when you want your credential file delivered.

3-tier backup and encrypted system. The first "tier" is the live system. The second "tier" is the backup system that is maintained in Interfolio's corporate offices. The third and final "tier" involves exact copies of stored data on removable media (such as CD-rom) stored at several physically separate locations. Password protected so only you have access to your file.

Speedy service. Interfolio guarantees that delivery requests are processed within one business day. Priority requests made before 2PM EST will be sent the same business day or sent on-line at your request.

Self-managed. With Interfolio you are in complete control of your credentials file. You don’t need to wait for regular business hours in order to add or update letters or documents in your file. You can do everything by yourself, anytime.

High-quality content. Instead of being photocopied, documents can be electronically uploaded into your account.

Confidentiality. Documents in your file can be stored as confidential (very helpful for recommendation letters). You choose whether or not you would like to view letters of recommendation or not, and Interfolio will honor your request.

Multi-purpose file. You may store any type of information you like: academic credentials; a picture of you teaching your class; a scanned photo of your art work; a copy of your certification; dissertation abstract. The file is yours, and the only limitation is your creativity.

Centralize all your academic records. If you have attended more than one institution of higher education, an account with Interfolio eliminates the need to have a separate credentials file at each institution. Interfolio is your source for storing any and all academic credentials. With one trip to Interfolio, you can view or send a full academic record.

Increased reliability. Technology helps eliminate the human error involved in the paper-based handling of credentials.

Immediate availability of files. When you or a writer uploads a document, it is immediately available for use.

Instantaneous electronic delivery. If the institution receiving your credentials accepts documents electronically, Interfolio can deliver your documents in a secure electronic format. In this case, delivery takes place instantaneously at the time you make your request.

References can submit their recommendation letter on-line.  Your references can easily submit your recommendation letter electronically to Interfolio or they can mail a printed copy and Interfolio will convert it to an electronic version.

Payment can be made by credit card. American Express, MasterCard and Visa are accepted.

Interfolio offers two types of accounts: The one-year plan  includes 250 MB of online storage for one year. The five-year plan includes 250 MB of online storage for five years and provides three free first-class mailings. Review the Interfolio website for current set-up, renewal and delivery fees. All financial transactions regarding credentials fees are between the student and Interfolio.

Creating an Interfolio account is easy.

• Visit Interfolio, Inc. Click on the “Students/Alumni" tab and read an overview of their services
• To create an account, click on the “Sign Up Here” icon at the top right of the screen
• Submit your credential documents.
• Contact references and have letters sent to Interfolio.
• Check your Interfolio account to verify the addition of all new information.

If you have questions regarding your Interfolio account contact Interfolio at help@interfolio.com or 877-77-FOLIO.

Office Hours: M-F: 8am-5pm
Walk-in Hours: Mon/Wed/Thur, 10 - 3 & Tues, 10 - 12:30, Fall/Spring