Download a Transcript Request Form from the Pennsylvania Department of Education website. You can complete this form on a computer, or print it out and complete it by hand. The Department of Education also offers an online auto-complete option.
Indicate your name, Social Security number, date of birth, and year you took the test. Make sure the name you provide is the same as the one you used to take the test. Include your current contact information. The downloadable form also requires the testing center where you took the GED; the online form does not need this information.
Note the address you would like the transcript sent to, including the name of institution if applicable. The online form allows the transcripts to be sent to multiple addresses and people. If you are using the downloadable form, attach additional copies with other addresses as necessary.
If you are using the online service or typing your answers in the downloadable form, print the form. Sign and date the completed form. If you are using the downloadable form, indicate how many copies of your transcript you require; the online form does not include this information.
Compose a money order for for each copy of the transcript you need. As of 2010, copies cost $3 each. Do not combine payments; each copy needs a separate money order. The order should be made out to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Mail your form and payment to:
Commonwealth Diploma Program
333 Market Street, 12th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17126
You may also choose to visit the office in person. If you do so, a transcript will be generated while you wait. You will need to bring photo ID with you when you visit the office.