Name Change

One of the following forms of documentation is required before a change to the legal name on record will be completed. Photocopies are acceptable. Please photocopy both the front and back of each document as needed.

• Social Security Card: Must contain the new/current name and match the SSN currently on file.
• Marriage License: Must contain both the old/former and new/current name.
• Divorce Papers: Must contain both the old/former and new/current name.
• Court Ordered Documentation: Must contain both the old/former and new/current name.
• Driver’s License: Must be valid (non-expired) and contain new/current name.

To request an update to identification information on your student record:

• Complete the Legal Name Change Request and return it to our office.
• Name changes must have the student's:
  • Former name
  • Current name
  • Required documentation (see above)
  • Student's signature
  • St. Thomas ID number and/or last 4 digits of Social Security Number (SSN)

NOTE: We do not change names when we receive a form or letter that indicates a name has changed without first having the required documentation, as outlined above.

To request a change to your preferred first name:

Students may email the Office of Student Data and Registrar (using their St. Thomas email account), fax or mail a request to have their preferred first name updated. Requests must include the requestor's St. Thomas ID and specify what changes should be made.

Your preferred first name is distinct from your legal name and will be used for internal University of St. Thomas communications including: class rosters, residence life information, etc.

Note: Requesting a change to your preferred first name does not change your legal name at the University. Your legal name will still appear on official documents such as the official transcript, official St. Thomas letters, etc. To change your legal name, please follow the instructions outlined above.