Transcript: Academic Records: Submit official academic records in the original language from every postsecondary school you have attended, whether or not you obtained a degree. If the original document is not in English, also provide an official, exact (literal) English translation. Records must be issued by the registrar or record-keeping official from the institution at which the work was completed. Notarized copies of academic records are not acceptable. Recommendation Letter: Letters of Recommendation Arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted via the online Jacobs School of Music Graduate Application.